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noun

ri-ˈsərch How to pronounce research (audio)
Definition of researchnext
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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Recent Examples of research
Noun
Daniel Swain, a climate scientist with the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, a statewide research division, said El Niño is partly to blame for the recent floods. — Ava Berger, NPR, 29 Oct. 2026 But the list did not include Social Security numbers or other high-level identifying information, so analysts used the public records research tool LexisNexis to further identify people on the list. — Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Verb
Rispoli writes Goblikon’s jokes, massages his hump and researches topics for his podcast. — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026 Brian Peck, a teacher librarian at Detroit’s UPrep Academy, helped students research and build a library where none had existed. — Kafi Kumasi, The Conversation, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for research
Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
  1. investigation
  2. explore
  3. inquiry
  4. investigate
  5. study
  6. examine
  7. exploration
  8. examination
Noun
  • Sguros was listed as the informant on West’s death certificate, the affidavit said, and several months after the initial death investigation, Sguros was legally authorized to release West’s remains to a cremation service business.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The district attorney's office said that the councilmember was detained in connection to an investigation and the service of search warrants.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of investigation
Verb
  • The proof of concept combines robotic manipulation, AI and virtual simulation to explore how robots can pick components from containers and arrange them in the correct order for vehicle assembly.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Recast as geometry, the old identities now point toward unmapped territory, raising questions that mathematicians are eager to explore.
    — Lyndie Chiou, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of explore
Noun
  • The charges should not have been brought, and Bhengura does not belong in prison, Mario Herrera, a lawyer who represents Bhengura, wrote in response to an inquiry from a reporter.
    — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Netanyahu’s opponents said he should be held accountable for the security failures that occurred on his watch and have demanded a commission of inquiry.
    — Giovanna Dell'Orto, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of inquiry
Verb
  • Documenting the location and the robot's identification number can help officials investigate a complaint.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Charlotte Water investigates reports of violations through staff observations and complaints from the public.
    — Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of investigate
Noun
  • The researchers are now conducting a larger study to evaluate how effectively people can control prosthetic limbs using magnetic measurements.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026
  • That may include research in the field of exotheology—the study of religion and theological ideas related to alien life, Eire says.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of study
Verb
  • The research, conducted by Pranay Mudaliar and Jerin John, an associate professor of mechanical, industrial and aerospace engineering at Concordia University, examines how the gel responds to shear, temperature, and the addition of ethanol.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Microsoft's system can examine multiple possibilities and reconsider its initial assessment as the evidence changes.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of examine
Noun
  • Horticulturist Lili Singer will lead an exploration into the mixing of California native plants and succulents in a garden setting.
    — Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In the Mediterranean and Middle East, joint projects with institutions in Egypt, Greece, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia will focus on ancient civilizations, underwater survey equipment, deep-sea exploration, and heritage preservation.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of exploration
Noun
  • This investigation is part of a broader examination into how fossil fuel industry funding of climate research has shaped climate policy, solutions and public understanding.
    — Katie Worth, ProPublica, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The store features eyewear displays and consultation areas, a dedicated space for eye examinations, an on-site workshop for lens fittings and adjustments, and a VIP area.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of examination

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