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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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Carnegie Mellon is known for its work in advanced computing, engineering, robotics and artificial intelligence, but also for its focus on humanities, particularly drama, and interdisciplinary research. — Susan Svrluga, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026 The study also found that the media habits of footwear loyalists are lean toward Peacock and women’s sports, while Pinterest sparks ideas and TikTok guides their apparel research. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

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For now, Sanchez-Corona is trying to stay busy by cleaning rooms at his cousin’s hotel and researching the American immigration detention system. — Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 25 Sep. 2026 Always research complete sets and pieces with lids before giving them away. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for research

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Noun

FlyDubai, the lower-cost sister carrier of Emirates airlines, said its flights to and from Israel would be suspended while an investigation takes place.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 1 Oct. 2026
The seven Chi Phi members in question were suspended, expelled, or faced other consequences, such as writing an essay, but most were allowed to continue their education at the university following a monthslong Title IX investigation.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigation

Verb

Each bungalow has a deck—most with direct beach access—as well as its own golf cart and bikes for exploring the 96-acre island.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
The panel will explore how clubs build global businesses through commercial growth, fan engagement and international expansion.

— Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of explore

Noun

Cassidy, who led the inquiry into Saphier's views on vaccines, ultimately voted in support of her nomination.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 1 Oct. 2026
Even for Adnan’s biggest fans, the documentary beckons us toward further inquiry, her work a site of continuous discovery in language, both visual and written.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of inquiry

Verb

That allegation surfaced as police investigated the first case.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 3 Oct. 2026
Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the UAE are investigating the hijacker to uncover the key questions surrounding the suspect’s identity, motive, and how a weapon entered the cockpit.

— Christine Valora, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigate

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In a new study published this week in the journal Antiquity, researchers describe how a group of historians helped discover the early medieval monastery in a stroke of good luck.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2026
The eye-popping money will help to speed up construction, with groundbreaking set to start next year and the first Miami students beginning their studies in 2028.

— Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of study

Verb

In the fourth quarter, left tackle Rashawn Slater lay for several moments on the turf and was examined by medical staff before rising to his feet and walking gingerly to the sideline with an ankle injury.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
His father did not reply but squatted down to examine the man.

— Rachel Heng, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of examine

Noun

There are some films like this on other social justice issues that movie beyond a kind of polemic into a deeper exploration of the material.

— Antonio Ferme, Variety, 4 Oct. 2026
PinkPantheress credits Kelela, along with Kaytranada, as being an essential influence on her exploration of electronic music.

— Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of exploration

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The youth movement, which emerged earlier this year out of anger over high unemployment among young people and leaked examination papers, has grown into a political force.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
Writer-director Reed Van Dyk’s feature debut navigates tricky emotional waters but emerges as a trenchant examination of what forgiveness and penitence can look like, allowing no room for anything resembling a pat happy ending.

— Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026

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