1
as in investigations
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
conducted a study to determine the sleep needs of adolescents
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2
as in trances
the state of being lost in thought
found her staring at the fire in a deep study
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as in considerations
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
the idea is under study by the city council
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as in researches
to use the mind to acquire knowledge
you'll have to study hard and learn all about the Revolutionary War in order to pass the history test
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as in learns
to commit to memory
having carefully studied the document, he could repeat what it said exactly
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as in debates
to give serious and careful thought to
scientists who study the origin of the universe
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Recent Examples of studies
Wendy Coschignano-Ford, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
In animal studies, a single shot cut food intake by up to 50% within an hour, with no nausea, no food aversion and no significant muscle loss.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Together, the two studies provide the strongest evidence yet that practical nuclear clocks are no longer a theoretical concept but an operational technology.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
But human data is currently limited to several small studies.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
However, much of this research also remains early-stage and is still based primarily on laboratory and animal studies rather than large human clinical trials.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Based on a review of multiple studies, there is currently insufficient evidence that everyone needs to cycle caffeine, per Examine.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
None of these studies take into account homeowners who opt out only of the costly windstorm coverage specific to hurricane damage, but keep the less expensive general policy, which covers things like fire, theft and general liability.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
Sean Conlon,yun Li, CNBC, 12 June 2026
It is still practiced today, with its strongest followings in parts of Asia, Africa and Canada, according to Susan Palmer, a sociologist who studies new religious movements at Concordia University in Montreal.
—Krysta Fauria, Fortune, 12 June 2026
As a professor who studies responsible AI, the questions the executive order raises for me are how its new reporting structure changes the governance of AI safety, and whether the order reflects what AI safety experts see as best practices.
—Anjana Susarla, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
The hyperspectral analysis basically studies the feathers of developing embryos, whose coloration varies between male and female embryos.
—Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The team studies how to monitor and predict the blooms, which cause environmental and economic harm.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
According to Harvard Medicine, Rachel Herz, a neuroscientist at Brown University who studies the psychological science of smell, said scent has a direct line to how the body responds.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
During a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority meeting in March, that officer, Eric Osnes, said his team now studies footage of assaults on drivers to learn lessons that may mitigate future conflicts.
—Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
Both Chase and Grayson, the latter of whom who studies at the University of Alabama, keep much of their personal life private but have appeared on their parents' podcast.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Noun
Unfortunately, studies suggest underdiagnosis to be extremely common, especially among Black and Hispanic populations, where a substantial proportion of dementia cases go undetected, according to Biology Insights.
—Wendy Coschignano-Ford, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026
In animal studies, a single shot cut food intake by up to 50% within an hour, with no nausea, no food aversion and no significant muscle loss.
—Allison Palmer
updated June 13, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2026
Together, the two studies provide the strongest evidence yet that practical nuclear clocks are no longer a theoretical concept but an operational technology.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
But human data is currently limited to several small studies.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
However, much of this research also remains early-stage and is still based primarily on laboratory and animal studies rather than large human clinical trials.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 13 June 2026
Based on a review of multiple studies, there is currently insufficient evidence that everyone needs to cycle caffeine, per Examine.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 13 June 2026
None of these studies take into account homeowners who opt out only of the costly windstorm coverage specific to hurricane damage, but keep the less expensive general policy, which covers things like fire, theft and general liability.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
Verb
The 21-year-old Cornell University student, who studies finance and computer science and trades stocks on the side, once invested in aircraft-connectivity companies that many investors believed would be insulated from competition.
—Sean Conlon,yun Li, CNBC, 12 June 2026
It is still practiced today, with its strongest followings in parts of Asia, Africa and Canada, according to Susan Palmer, a sociologist who studies new religious movements at Concordia University in Montreal.
—Krysta Fauria, Fortune, 12 June 2026
As a professor who studies responsible AI, the questions the executive order raises for me are how its new reporting structure changes the governance of AI safety, and whether the order reflects what AI safety experts see as best practices.
—Anjana Susarla, The Conversation, 12 June 2026
The hyperspectral analysis basically studies the feathers of developing embryos, whose coloration varies between male and female embryos.
—Christine Ro, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
The team studies how to monitor and predict the blooms, which cause environmental and economic harm.
—Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
According to Harvard Medicine, Rachel Herz, a neuroscientist at Brown University who studies the psychological science of smell, said scent has a direct line to how the body responds.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 June 2026
During a Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority meeting in March, that officer, Eric Osnes, said his team now studies footage of assaults on drivers to learn lessons that may mitigate future conflicts.
—Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 2 June 2026
Both Chase and Grayson, the latter of whom who studies at the University of Alabama, keep much of their personal life private but have appeared on their parents' podcast.
—Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for studies
Noun
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As with most investigations of this scale and complexity, the investigation and review of evidence has continued long after the initial incident occurred.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
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Instead, those investigations are handled by an internal group of Air Force specialists tasked with collecting evidence, preserving it and interviewing witnesses.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Cole also joined for practical considerations.—
Graham Womack,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Bathroom etiquette and safety considerations Crews would rather passengers stay seated than crowd into the aisle, and much of what looks like strict bathroom etiquette is really about safety.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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That could help rebuild trust, said Alexa Friedman, an environmental epidemiologist at the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit that researches the ingredients in consumer products.—
Michael Scaturro,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2026
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Decades later an archivist researches both, to lovely effect.—
Caroline Killilea,
PEOPLE,
10 June 2026
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The main takeaway is, of course, what Tom learns about Evan, and how that squares with his primary motivation of protecting his son.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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This is something Tom might want to find out before Bechir (Kevin Carroll), who was willing to shoot Ruth to save his child from the horrors of Widow’s Bay, learns the truth about Evan.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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But also debates within the Labour Party, the state of the polls, the development of public opinion, and the success or otherwise of the government in generating growth by other means.—
Anand Menon,
Time,
13 June 2026
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The big story While Hollywood continues to work out how best to use AI and debates its effect on jobs, filmmakers in India — the world’s most prolific movie production industry — have taken the next step.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Despite great efforts, including forensic examinations of items retrieved from the campsite, Serrao’s identity could not be determined.—
Kiara Moore,
The Washington Examiner,
11 June 2026
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The committee recommended more stringent veterinary examinations throughout competitions — and, in a major step forward, the introduction of footing experts and advisors.—
Tilly Berendt,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Commissioners have heard presentations from county officials and deliberations will continue through Wednesday, June 17, according to Tripple’s presentation.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
15 June 2026
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She was marginalized and not included in the deliberations to attack Venezuela or Iran.—
Arthur House,
Hartford Courant,
15 June 2026
Verb
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Islamic credo teaches that the more one memorizes the Quran, the higher one’s rank in heaven.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
26 May 2026
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But then this mofo goes and memorizes totally needless ingredients in bacon ranch chicken sandwiches.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 Apr. 2026
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