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a topic for scholarly exploration
the early exploration of the West
early explorations of the West
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Here’s a reminder of what’s out there, beyond the confines of this Earth, that calls to our sense of adventure, exploration, and our urge to know the unknown.
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Big Think, 23 Mar. 2026
In other words, this is exploration with intent—and access to places few will ever see.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
For runners, hikers, and outdoor adventurers who already know the best way to experience a place is by moving through it, these destinations offer a blend of cinematic scenery and real physical exploration.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2026
Without baryte, Wang noted, modern hydrocarbon exploration – including shale extraction – would effectively come to a standstill.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
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Big Think, 23 Mar. 2026
In other words, this is exploration with intent—and access to places few will ever see.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026
For runners, hikers, and outdoor adventurers who already know the best way to experience a place is by moving through it, these destinations offer a blend of cinematic scenery and real physical exploration.
—Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 21 Mar. 2026
Without baryte, Wang noted, modern hydrocarbon exploration – including shale extraction – would effectively come to a standstill.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for exploration
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“Exploration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exploration. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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exploration
noun
ex·plo·ra·tion
ˌek-splə-ˈrā-shən 
: the act or an instance of exploring
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