as in explored
to search through or into
the owner is being forced to look into new options for promoting his declining business
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Researchers explored the remains during multiple deep-sea submersible trips in 2023, collecting samples and mapping the extent of the necropolis.—
Adithi Ramakrishnan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026 -
The researchers explored how to grow grass in indoor stadiums that lack plant-sustaining sunlight, collecting data in a shade structure FIFA constructed at the University of Tennessee to replicate conditions of a domed stadium.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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If candidates violate these rules, they can be investigated and sanctioned by the Commission on Judicial Performance, a state agency.—
Sharon Bernstein,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2026
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The case is being investigated as a homicide, police said.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
14 June 2026
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Witt appeared to massage the inside of his knee and then, after being examined, remained in the game for the third out of the inning.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
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The horse was last examined by the NYPD Mounted Unit's veterinarian in March and was found fit for work, according to the union.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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“Looked (into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/looked%20%28into%29. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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