1
a
: the act of one that finds
b
2
findings plural
: small tools and supplies used by an artisan (such as a dressmaker, jeweler, or shoemaker)
3
a
: the result of a judicial examination or inquiry especially into matters of fact
b
: the results of an investigation
—usually used in plural
Examples of finding in a Sentence
She published her findings in a medical journal.
The evidence supported a finding of unfair bias.
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Despite the sobering findings, there is still room for cautious optimism.
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David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Scientists have been experimenting on mice since the early 20th century, and while this work has led to many breakthroughs, findings in mice often fail to extend to humans.
—CBS News, 3 Jan. 2026
Together, the findings suggest that stimulant medications may help indirectly by reducing the mental effort required to stay engaged with tasks at hand, rather than by directly increasing focus.
—New Atlas, 3 Jan. 2026
Despite the sobering findings, there is still room for cautious optimism.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Jan. 2026
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“Finding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finding. Accessed 4 Jan. 2026.
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