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Recent Examples of research
Noun
Future research needs to show these quantum sensors can work in real-world clinically relevant conditions. IEEE Spectrum, 4 Sep. 2025 Although recent disruptions in federal funding have created challenges, bridge support from Harvard has allowed the research to continue. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
Instead of a belief in an all-knowing science, we are faced with the reality that humans are responsible for what is researched, how it is researched and what conclusions are drawn from such research. Sara Giordano, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025 Some neuroscientists researching the effects of technology on older adults are inclined to agree. Paul Spann, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for research
Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
Noun
  • As part of the investigation, the FA leant on analysis of the four suspicious matches provided by Stats Perform Integrity Services (SPIS), which is a division of data company Stats Perform.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
  • In addition to the Homeland Security Investigations Task Force, other agencies involved in the investigation were the Fayetteville, Eureka Springs, Harrison, Springdale and Berryville police departments, according to the release.
    NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Multigenerational travel can be one of the most rewarding ways to explore the world, offering opportunities for grandparents, parents, and children to share experiences and create lasting memories together.
    Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
  • After losing generational slugger Juan Soto to a record-setting free agent offer from the New York Mets last year, the New York Yankees may be desperate to prevent another power-hitting outfielder from exploring the open market after a single season with the franchise.
    Jon Vankin, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • While Schneider was expressing his feelings about the unknown state of Judge’s normally rocket arm, the Yankees seemed weary about answering these kind of inquiries.
    Larry Fleisher, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Panouses regularly fields inquiries from investors, scammers and people in need, all trying to reach his clients.
    Safiyah Riddle, Chicago Tribune, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the fatal dog attack and a report is being prepared for the coroner.
    Latoya Gayle, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Federal safety regulators are investigating nearly 300,000 Chrysler minivans over reports of steering malfunctions that officials said could lead to a crash.
    Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Dairy Some studies show a link between dairy consumption and a higher prostate cancer risk.
    Merve Ceylan, Health, 7 Sep. 2025
  • The National Natural Science Foundation of China, responsible for funding 32 studies cited in the rebuttal document, is directly overseen by the Chinese government and has its leadership appointed by the CCP.
    Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Immediately after the ball landed, Boone emerged from the dugout and asked crew chief Adrian Johnson to examine the bat.
    Brendan Kuty, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Mayoral race spotlights local option taxes The City Council authorized a $200,000 contract with the Citizens Research Council of Michigan earlier this year to examine the feasibility of local option taxes.
    Malachi Barrett, Freep.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Elena Bianca Zagari Un Mondo Proprio (A World of One's Own) grew out of my long-term exploration of women's identities in Naples, the city where I was born.
    Vogue, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Known for its reliability and resilience, Canada Goose has supported on- and off-screen roles in some of the planet’s most extreme locations, empowering exploration of all kinds, both behind the scenes and front of the lens.
    Steven Huizar, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Other than in the Second Circuit, the federal courts of appeals generally have interpreted the Confrontation Clause to require face-to-face cross examination, and counsel should be wary of giving up that important right.
    Robert Anello, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The subcommittee heard their statements as part of an examination of a purportedly secret UFO retrieval program managed by the Pentagon.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025

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