1
as in investigation
the separation and identification of the parts of a whole
investigators took the mysterious powder to the lab for analysis
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as in commentary
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
gave a thorough analysis of the main character's motives
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Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 7 Feb. 2026
Trump is a prolific social media user, posting more than 1,600 times in his first 100 days this term, according to an analysis by The Independent.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The series, co-created and produced by Menelek Lumumba and Hans Charles, will use firsthand testimony, archive and expert analysis.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Gouker is also the publisher of the Closing Line, which provides analysis and breaking news on the gambling industry.
—Alyssa Spady, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 7 Feb. 2026
Trump is a prolific social media user, posting more than 1,600 times in his first 100 days this term, according to an analysis by The Independent.
—Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
The series, co-created and produced by Menelek Lumumba and Hans Charles, will use firsthand testimony, archive and expert analysis.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Gouker is also the publisher of the Closing Line, which provides analysis and breaking news on the gambling industry.
—Alyssa Spady, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
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The investigation resulted in an unnamed enforcement action, according to CBP.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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Several people in European power circles are facing inquiries or investigations, while others have stepped down from various professional roles.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Sportscasters Steve Levy and Taylor Rooks will be on hand for play-by-play and commentary.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Dig deep and sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free Survivor Weekly newsletter to have all the latest news, interviews, and commentary sent right to your inbox.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Feb. 2026
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The inspection stems from a lawsuit filed by the Advocates for Human Rights in late January, which accuses federal agents at Whipple of denying detainees of their right to contact a lawyer.—
WCCO Staff,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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During routine inspection and maintenance, Austin Parks and Recreation and Austin Watershed Protection staff determined that a portion of the original 1940s bypass — an infrastructure feature designed to manage Barton Creek flow — is now unsupported underneath and potentially unstable.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Feb. 2026
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The government did not reply to CNN’s request for comment on the timing of Singh’s paroles.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Fox News Digital reached out to Ferguson’s representative for comment.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Ashley Papa , Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The research draws its strength in part from its reliance on the Nurses’ Health Study and Health Professionals Follow-up Study, which are two long-term datasets that repeatedly did dietary assessments.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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The evaluation should include a cardiovascular assessment and a discussion about pre-existing medical conditions.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
9 Feb. 2026
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For Conan O’Brien, an old hand whose podcast Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend is a big player in the field, witty banter and appropriately leading queries come naturally; O’Brien also has plenty of pals on, but has a knack for turning their back-and-forth into a deeper examination of their friendship.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2026
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An examination of the computer rankings of the Southern Section’s 516 teams indicates that the Open Division could be a 12-team group this season.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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On a night star wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba managed only four receptions for 27 yards and briefly left for a concussion evaluation, Darnold spread the ball around to six different receivers.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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The company’s broader artificial intelligence suite already emphasizes anomaly detection and real-time monitoring of regulatory change, and this workforce and leave engine fits neatly into that narrative by treating time data as another stream to undergo continuous evaluation for risk.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
9 Feb. 2026
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Chris Johnson in the hospital after an aortic dissection.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Additionally, Osborne said women, in particular, are at greater risk of experiencing spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), which is a leading cause of heart attacks in women under 50 and is prevalent among women who don’t display traditional risk factors for heart disease.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
30 Jan. 2026
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