reconnoitering

variants or reconnoitring
present participle of reconnoiter
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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  • The Natural History Museum’s grand setting — home to exhibits exploring the origins of life and the cosmos — provides a fitting backdrop for the awards ceremony, aimed to bring together leaders across government, private industry and academia.
    Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Visitors can get a taste of Southern California’s legendary cultural diversity by exploring unique enclaves like Cambodia Town, a one-mile stretch of businesses and restaurants home to the largest population of people of Cambodian descent outside of Southeast Asia.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2025
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  • Thankfully, then-general manager Scott Howson and director of amateur scouting Paul Castron listened to Riley’s pleadings.
    Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Gophers defensive coordinator Danny Collins gave a lauding scouting report in coach speak, mentioning the player’s jersey number.
    Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 15 Oct. 2025
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  • Many common airfare booking hacks, like searching on a Tuesday or using incognito mode, are myths according to travel experts.
    Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
  • Police are searching for a 24-year-old man who allegedly fired into a restaurant, injuring two teenagers.
    Matthew Cupelli, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
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“Reconnoitering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconnoitering. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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