as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
I'll have to do some research for this project
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as in to explore
to search through or into
researched the public record for more information about her great-grandparents
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Recent Examples of research
Emma Alpern, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 June 2026
After financing and researching 125 billion-dollar entrepreneurs and emerging billion-dollar entrepreneurs, one pattern stood out clearly.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
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Noun
In The Frenzy, several characters in one story are research scientists and their wives, and the setting is something like the Institute for Advanced Study nearby in Princeton.
—Emma Alpern, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Footwear News’ global network of editors has carefully curated all product selections featured using our expansive brand knowledge and thorough research to find quality, long-lasting items.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 17 June 2026
Verb
Considerably more sympathetic to her plight is Melanie Saunders (Graynor), a high-minded acting teacher whose intensive Act One studio Hannah chances upon while researching her favorite young actress, Gracie Thomas (Tavi Gevinson), online.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 June 2026
After financing and researching 125 billion-dollar entrepreneurs and emerging billion-dollar entrepreneurs, one pattern stood out clearly.
—Dileep Rao, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
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The crash occurred during a routine developmental test mission for the B-52 Radar Modernization Program, and the cause remains under investigation, with findings potentially six months away.—
Ruyuan Li. Summary produced by AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
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The officer will remain on leave as the investigation into the police shooting continues, per the police department's policy.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Learn more about antioxidants and their health effects by exploring credible sources.—
Danielle Zickl,
Health,
20 June 2026
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The publication is exploring ways to create content that serves both human readers and AI agents, recognizing that increasingly, the first consumer of information may not be a person at all.—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
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According to the Air Force, the Interim Safety Board assigned to investigate the crash is tasked with collecting as much information as possible and then handing it over to a Safety Investigation Board, composed of experts, that will complete the inquiry.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The company, which aired the UFC event live in theaters, did not immediately respond to an inquiry from USA TODAY.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Police are investigating after a man was found dead underwater Saturday afternoon in Lauderhill.—
Ana Maria Soler,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Counterterrorism police in Edinburgh are investigating a series of late-night street attacks that left five men injured.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Brain imaging studies have also shown placebo responses can influence stress pathways, hormone activity, immune responses and chemicals tied to mood and pain regulation.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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About 96 million Americans ages 16 and older identify as birders, roughly 37% of the US population, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service’s 2022 demographic and economic survey on birding, the most comprehensive study to date.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 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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In addition to studying race and gender demographics in the film industry, the report also examined on-camera representations of disability.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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This article is part of our Style of Play series, an exploration of World Cup kit culture.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Adding to the charm, guests are treated to a variety of authentic accommodations, including several located within national park perimeters, providing extra time for activities and exploration.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announced the family’s plans during a June 22 press conference, saying relatives of Kohen Wiley want an independent examination of the evidence and do not want to rely solely on findings from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said an examination found no evidence of traumatic injury, including bruising, lacerations, gunshot wounds, stab wounds, blunt force trauma, strangulation or other external injuries.—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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