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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
According to research from Future Caucus, 117 candidates from Gen Z filed to run for Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. — CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026 The work builds on past research that had hinted at glutamate’s role in mental fatigue. — Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 4 Nov. 2026
Verb
The Digest Lawmakers in Italy are examining a new bill to create a committee that will research provenance and facilitate the restitution of art and cultural items pillaged by Nazis and Italian police between 1933 and 1945. — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 3 Nov. 2026 Herzog’s meticulously researched procedural is a riveting summer read that does for all insects what Jaws does for the ocean. — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Nov. 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
  • Prior to the plea agreement, the defense attorney had suggested in a court filing that top Justice Department officials had taken improper steps in converting what Yaroch assumed was an administrative investigation into a criminal probe.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Nov. 2026
  • But that investigation could take months, and questions remain about who approved the higher rates and whether the Authority enforced the contract.
    — Julie Watts, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of investigation
Verb
  • Garcia, who secured a release from his LIV contract in October, has outlined plans to return to the DP World Tour and explore a possible return to the PGA Tour.
    — Matthew Tan, CNBC, 5 Nov. 2026
  • To play Stallone, Ippolito explored the hardships that shaped — and fueled — the older actor, including a difficult childhood, limited parental support and a profound sense of isolation.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of explore
Noun
  • Black asserts that the statements made by Garcia are false and that traveling to appear on national television to make such statements about the inquiry into Epstein’s crimes goes beyond the purview of a member of Congress.
    — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2026
  • But when Congress asked questions, the company ignored our inquiries and refused invitations to testify.
    — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 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
  • Yolanda Renee King took a break from her social justice studies at Columbia University in New York City to return to her hometown of Atlanta to vote in the 2026 midterm elections alongside her parents, Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King.
    — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Critics have pointed to studies showing harm to student outcomes and an increase in gun violence around vacant buildings.
    — Alice Yin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 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
  • His attorneys sought permission for additional brain scans, arguing that his history of head injuries and mental health problems warranted further examination.
    — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The investigation extended to a digital forensic examination following the confiscation of a computer belonging to Markle Sr.
    — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of examination

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