as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
questionings and probings by several committees into the affair
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The finding mirrors similar investigations into medical schools at UCLA and UC San Diego.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
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As a result, most cuts would fall on specialized units that do not fall under core operations, such as patrol and investigations.—
Reeti Malhotra
June 11,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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In this book Ginzburg follows the story of Menocchio, a miller from Friuli, a man of modest means and limited historical impact compared to the major players and large-scale events that typically dominate our explorations of the past.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Brennan explained that explorations of society’s associations with mental health, both broadly in the aftermath of World War II and specifically Gein’s own struggles with schizophrenia, were key when penning the script.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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The department did not immediately respond to The Associated Press' inquiries.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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Every four years, coinciding with the US presidential election cycle, Tiegerman said his firm sees an uptick in inquiries from potential and current clients about renouncing US citizenship and the implications that come with it.—
Terry Ward,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Despite great efforts, including forensic examinations of items retrieved from the campsite, Serrao’s identity could not be determined.—
Kiara Moore,
The Washington Examiner,
11 June 2026
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With the arrival of fire season, the Forest Service’s airworthiness inspectors performed their close examinations.—
Abe Streep,
ProPublica,
9 June 2026
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The investigation is led by prosecutor Paolo Storari, who also has spearheaded probes into sweatshops supplying luxury brands.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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The raid on Tuesday was just the latest by federal agents amid a sprawling series of probes into possible political corruption across the East Bay.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
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Those data have fueled numerous studies linking step count with health outcomes.—
Veronique Greenwood,
Time,
9 Dec. 2025
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Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers scientific studies and trending news.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
9 Dec. 2025
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“Probings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/probings. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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