1
as in to realize
to come to an awareness of
I was startled to discover that my keys were missing
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2
as in to find
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we hope to discover the real reason for his odd behavior
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3
as in to reveal
to make known (as information previously kept secret)
discovered to his friend how people whom he had trusted had betrayed him
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Recent Examples of discover
The circle was discovered during recent construction in the town of Aars.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Thankfully, men are increasingly embracing these practices and discovering their benefits.
—Essence, 4 Mar. 2025
This fall the community discovered another problem.
—Emily Schwing, NPR, 4 Mar. 2025
Israeli media reported there had been explosions on three empty buses in parking lots in Bat Yam, a suburb close to Tel Aviv, while bombs were discovered and disabled on two other buses.
—Alexander Cornwell, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Mar. 2025
Thankfully, men are increasingly embracing these practices and discovering their benefits.
—Essence, 4 Mar. 2025
This fall the community discovered another problem.
—Emily Schwing, NPR, 4 Mar. 2025
Israeli media reported there had been explosions on three empty buses in parking lots in Bat Yam, a suburb close to Tel Aviv, while bombs were discovered and disabled on two other buses.
—Alexander Cornwell, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discover
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The moment an owner realized her dog isn't alone in his crate has gone viral on TikTok.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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On the new Foxes in the Snow, a solo album that benches his longtime backing band the 400 Unit in favor of just his plaintive voice and Martin acoustic guitar, Isbell seems to realize that not every song needs to be an opus.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2025
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Around the world, the evidence for the value of social progress is conclusive: McKinsey’s global research found that companies in the top quartile for gender diversity on executive teams were 25% more likely to experience above-average profitability.—
Paul Klein,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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The increasing regional influence within the industry shows no signs of slowing, as various multicultural expectations are finding application.—
Tristan Rutherford,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2025
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Notably, the testimony revealed that prosecutors only learned about Kohberger due to DNA testing.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
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On the night of the Academy Awards, as the year’s best picture is revealed, attendees inside the Dolby Theatre sit through the thank-you speech, tears and applause.—
Beatrice Verhoeven,
The Hollywood Reporter,
1 Mar. 2025
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Shady spots need special shrubs and flowers; learn what grows best before planting. 33.—
Tom MacCubbin,
Orlando Sentinel,
1 Mar. 2025
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The music, name and likeness of Notorious B.I.G. will soon have a new home as the late rapper’s estate is close to signing a deal with Primary Wave, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.—
Shirley Halperin for The Hollywood Reporter,
Robb Report,
1 Mar. 2025
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Four weeks after their treatment, their vision was evaluated using a range of tests, including following a pen light, moving crayons between cups, locating white objects on a dark background, and navigating a corridor.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2025
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It was originally set to take place at Printed Matter, but, due to overwhelming interest, the event will now be held at the venue Baby’s All Right, located at 146 Broadway in Brooklyn.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
1 Mar. 2025
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Sherman also disclosed that the dispute partly arose over concerns that Catherine Wu, an adviser to his father, had been interfering with the affairs of City Developments’ subsidiary Millennium & Copthorne Hotels and that presented a very serious corporate governance issue.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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List of Settlements with Claim Deadline in March Fandango Fandango agreed to pay $9 million following claims that the company failed to disclose fees for movie tickets in New York.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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The trailer above, which dropped on Wednesday, introduces you to the new couples fighting to see if their love can withstand temptation and drama, but there’s a catch.—
Gabriela Silva,
TVLine,
26 Feb. 2025
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The platform also released a teaser trailer (see above) and some first-look photos (see above and below).—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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Connecting with industry peers on platforms like X or LinkedIn can uncover hidden opportunities.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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However, deputies also uncovered an unexpected aquatic trove: 35 live abalone, a northwestern pond turtle, wet clothing and tools apparently used to pry abalone from rocks, authorities said in a statement.—
Suhauna Hussain,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Mar. 2025
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