1
as in realizes
to come to an awareness of
I was startled to discover that my keys were missing
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2
as in finds
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 reveals
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 discovers
But Mary, whose original name was Marama, soon discovers that his strange obsession with her culture is quite sinister.
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David Faris, TheWeek, 3 Apr. 2026
In the days leading up to the wedding, however, Rachel discovers that her bloodline has been cursed.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
Cannes discovers them, supports them, and celebrates them.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
The comments span years, with new ones still appearing as each generation of internet users discovers the clip for the first time.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
All dressed up and ready to attend his crush Lexi's play, Fez (Angus Cloud) discovers that the police have flipped his friend Custer and are going to storm through the door at any moment.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Negligence If a technician discovers that damage is a result of negligence or a lack of routine maintenance, many companies will exclude the unit from coverage.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Summoned to the scene of a homicide one night, Kay discovers a body with links to a decades-old killer, a finding that calls into question her conclusions about a long-ago series of crimes.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
In Ready or Not 2, which picks up right where the last one left off, Grace discovers that the Le Domases are one of six families who sold their souls to the devil for wealth and power.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
David Faris, TheWeek, 3 Apr. 2026
In the days leading up to the wedding, however, Rachel discovers that her bloodline has been cursed.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2026
Cannes discovers them, supports them, and celebrates them.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
The comments span years, with new ones still appearing as each generation of internet users discovers the clip for the first time.
—Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2026
All dressed up and ready to attend his crush Lexi's play, Fez (Angus Cloud) discovers that the police have flipped his friend Custer and are going to storm through the door at any moment.
—Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 31 Mar. 2026
Negligence If a technician discovers that damage is a result of negligence or a lack of routine maintenance, many companies will exclude the unit from coverage.
—Dan Simms, USA Today, 23 Mar. 2026
Summoned to the scene of a homicide one night, Kay discovers a body with links to a decades-old killer, a finding that calls into question her conclusions about a long-ago series of crimes.
—Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 20 Mar. 2026
In Ready or Not 2, which picks up right where the last one left off, Grace discovers that the Le Domases are one of six families who sold their souls to the devil for wealth and power.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discovers
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When Miami Metro’s Angel Batista (David Zayas) arrives with questions, Dexter realizes his past is catching up to him fast.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2026
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Justin realizes that poaching artichokes in wine is delicious; Laurence perfects crispy rice; Sieger figures out how to get Tom to eat okra.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Adventure finds you through familiar friends.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
1 Apr. 2026
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Jimmy walks into his mentor's home and finds Ducky dead, peacefully in his sleep.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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But a growing body of evidence reveals that the sports betting boom leads to financial strain for bettors.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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But this is only half the story, as opening the caseback reveals the watch’s Supersonnerie soundboard, which is constructed of sapphire crystal to offer a view of the movement.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2026
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Growing up near the beach, one learns there are many ways to build them.—
Raphael Fonseca,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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New to Rhode Island, Ashley learns to fit in with a group of friends whose history runs deep.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
31 Mar. 2026
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The technology locates a dysfunctional region where the electrical wave repeatedly hits.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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When the user connects their smartphone, the app presents a 3D visualization on the phone screen that points out faults, locates problems, identifies the necessary tools to fix them, and provides step-by-step repair instructions.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
4 Mar. 2026
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Attorneys for Meta said the company discloses risks and makes efforts to weed out harmful content and experiences, while acknowledging that some bad material gets through its safety net.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Attorneys for Meta said the company discloses risks and makes efforts to weed out harmful content and experiences, while acknowledging that some bad material gets through its safety net.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Many employers are increasingly relying on rolling or phased layoffs, meaning the public often sees announcements weeks or months before job losses actually begin.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Canales, in particular, sees the upside in the addition, not only for Carolina, but Pickett as well.—
Mike Kaye
March 31,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2026
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Independent oversight often uncovers meaningful overpayments that otherwise go unnoticed.—
Bobby Jindal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Often, the inspector uncovers some items that must be repaired, and as part of the contract, the seller agrees.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Discovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovers. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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