variants
or reconnoitring
as in exploring
to go to (a place or area) in order to find out information especially about a military enemy; to do a reconnaissance of (a place)
An expedition reconnoitered the coast to find out the exact location of enemy forces.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconnoitering
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Start by exploring a documentary, mapping a trip, or signing up for a course that stretches your thinking without overwhelming your schedule.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026 -
Advocate also is exploring expansion opportunities in rural Georgia to bridge gaps in health care access.—
Chase Jordan
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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With a program-record 13 Aggies at this month's NFL scouting combine and the NFL draft approaching in late April, Wednesday's pro day is the final on-field opportunity for A&M players to impress NFL teams.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Mar. 2026
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The value of loyalty Tech’s scouting success has also been on display at the college all-star games.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Cops are searching for multiple suspects wearing ski masks last seen fleeing the scene on foot.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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With the Heat searching for answers amid its rough stretch, rookie guard Kasparas Jakucionis was not part of the roation on Monday.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Reconnoitering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconnoitering. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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