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noun

ri-ˈsərch

Definition of research

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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verb

as in to explore

to search through or into researched the public record for more information about her great-grandparents

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Artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly adept at research, drafting, coding and administrative work — all tasks traditionally given to junior employees across industries. — Lindsay Dodgson, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026 Related Stories The research uses Spanish Statistical Institute data to measure production expenditure across film, video and television, including spending on goods, services and personnel. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 23 Sep. 2026

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During the trial in the Tampa area, prosecutors pointed out that Kosowski repeatedly researched Cozzi and, days before the murder, looked up succinylcholine and its effect on the human body. — Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026 Kosowski was researching Cozzi online and drove to his personal home in January, the evidence showed. — Lauren Del Valle, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for research

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The ProPublica report, published Tuesday, states that the FBI in 2024 planned to launch an investigation into Collins' dealings with Navatek, a Hawaii defense contractor and donor to her campaign.

— PATRICK WHITTLE, Arkansas Online, 24 Sep. 2026
Federal authorities probing her death are focusing their investigation in Los Angeles and are looking into whether the actor procured nonprescription pills from an area dealer.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026

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The half-day Istanbul tour was amazing, with a visit to Zeyrek Mosque, exploring the Basilica Cistern, and wandering the Spice Market, alive with the most fragrant foodstuffs.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
The third season evolved into The Vampire Lestat, exploring Lestat’s time as a rock star in a modern context alongside his origin story in the 18th century.

— Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of explore

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Given such an unprecedented event, police in Fall River were not prepared to investigate a double homicide, ultimately compromising the crime scene and the early days of the investigation.

— Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026
Detectives with the Police Department’s major collision investigation unit and crime scene investigators are investigating, according to Smith.

— Michael McGough, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of investigate

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A bit Kubrick, a bit BLACK MIRROR but also feels original — a surreal, weird, funny study on (human) nature and storytelling.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 23 Sep. 2026
According to the same PwC study, entry-level roles that involve AI skills are seven times more likely to require capabilities such as judgment and leadership, which aren’t traditionally entry-level requirements.

— Haris Pylarinos, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of study

Verb

The team measured 13 rare earth elements, including cerium, ytterbium and lanthanum, and examined whether exposure was associated with birth outcomes.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026
That will require disciplined budgeting, responsible oversight and a School Board willing to examine where every dollar is being spent and prioritize the people working directly with our students.

— Roberto Fernandez III, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of examine

Noun

And it's brought to our audience a wide range of compelling stories – from personal narratives to sound-rich explorations of places and events to hard-hitting journalism on issues and topics that are important to students.

— Janet W. Lee, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026
Tudor sees a lot more Western Hemisphere exploration rising from Alaska down to Argentina, and South American governments are trending more business friendly.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of exploration

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The report details necropsy and microscopic tissue examinations of two female belugas, 23-year-old Peekachu and 20-year-old Rain, who arrived in Chicago last month from the defunct Marineland park in Canada.

— Lila Hempel-Edgers, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
Even the film’s potentially provocative examination of open marriages falls by the wayside, replaced by an increasingly strained subplot involving Haru contending with Mila’s unexpected arrival.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

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