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
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025
These research studies evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a medical intervention in humans.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 14 June 2025
Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 12 June 2025
GEDmatch customers who are researching their family histories have access to between 1.4 to 1.5 million DNA profiles, while law enforcement customers have access to about 300,000 profiles, Williams said.
—Mitch Mitchell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2025
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Noun
What To Know Niche, an educational research platform, has done a 2025 report ranking the top 50 school districts in the United States, evaluating over 11,000 districts nationwide.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025
These research studies evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a medical intervention in humans.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 14 June 2025
Verb
Rediscovered in the 20th century and amplified by the 1970s feminist movement, Gentileschi’s resurgence helped pave the way for researching and foregrounding female artists of the past.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 12 June 2025
GEDmatch customers who are researching their family histories have access to between 1.4 to 1.5 million DNA profiles, while law enforcement customers have access to about 300,000 profiles, Williams said.
—Mitch Mitchell, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
Verb
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Kids can splash in the gentle surf, explore interactive splash pads, or climb and play at the colorful beachfront playground, all just steps from the sand.—
Rita Wells,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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From adding color to her wardrobe to making meals for her children, Taylor told WWD that she is often refueled by stepping away from her work and loves to explore art and culture for inspiration.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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My firm offers a mobile legal helpline staffed by pro bono attorneys who can take client inquiries regardless of where they are physically located.—
Jeffrey D. Harvey,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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The finding opens a new route of inquiry that could lead to novel antidepressant treatments and help other ailments as well.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
13 June 2025
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Police and law enforcement investigate the home of state Senator John Hoffman and his wife, who were shot multiple times earlier in Champlin, Minnesota, on June 14.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Furthermore, police didn't investigate other potential sources of O'Keefe's injuries, interview key witnesses or even follow protocols at the crime scene.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2025
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For example, the UK’s mattress trade association reacted to the study by issuing guidance for its members.—
Arlene Blum,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Some powders contain aspartame or acesulfame potassium (also known as acesulfame K), which, one 2022 study suggested, may be linked to a greater cancer risk (although other studies have not found this).—
MISAKI KAWATSU,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
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Greenfield spent time with the series participants like Shear in their home and school environments, and with the young people’s permission examined their social media accounts.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
13 June 2025
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The Department routinely examines all insurance companies.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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This skepticism has its own science-fiction tradition, in which space exploration follows the patterns of exploitation visible already on Earth.—
Robert Rubsam,
The Atlantic,
21 June 2025
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Musk's space exploration company is working for Starship to be a fully reusable transportation system, meaning both the rocket and vehicle can return to earth for additional missions.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
20 June 2025
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During cross examination, Abrego Garcia’s attorneys raised questions about possible conflicts of interest.—
Travis Loller,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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On cross examination, defense attorneys introduced evidence showing Jane expressed gratitude for Combs during the trip.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
11 June 2025
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“Research.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/research. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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