as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
an exploration into the disappearance of famed aviator Amelia Earhart
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Recent Examples of exploration
Institutionally, Aschbacher sees opportunities in a convergence of key meetings and milestones, including an ESA Council in mid-June, a ministerial focused specifically on exploration scheduled for December, and the crucial once-every-three-years ESA Ministerial Council in 2028.
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Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
When Beatriz Hatz remained open for exploration after coupling up with Sean Reife, Gabriel swept her away and formed a connection with her.
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Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The chic low block-heel transitions seamlessly from daytime explorations to dinner reservations, while the subtle toe strap helps keep your feet from sliding around.
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Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
Continuing our exploration of nonfiction festivals, Doc Talk heads overseas to Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland for a discussion with artistic director Karol Piekarczyk.
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Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
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Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
When Beatriz Hatz remained open for exploration after coupling up with Sean Reife, Gabriel swept her away and formed a connection with her.
—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The chic low block-heel transitions seamlessly from daytime explorations to dinner reservations, while the subtle toe strap helps keep your feet from sliding around.
—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
Continuing our exploration of nonfiction festivals, Doc Talk heads overseas to Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland for a discussion with artistic director Karol Piekarczyk.
—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exploration
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Baglio has since been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the criminal and internal administrative investigations, police said.
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According to a Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner death investigation report obtained by USA TODAY on July 1, Ransone's brother told an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department that the actor had a history of suicidal ideation.
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This will trigger a hard credit inquiry that will temporarily lower your credit score several points.
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To stop seeking answers is a choice to dim a light that has guided human inquiry for millennia.
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The agency has not indicated when that review will conclude, and the final scope of any patent could change during the examination process.
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The findings came after Crump and the child's family pushed for an independent examination and called for transparency and accountability in the investigation into the June 14 shooting.
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The study also categorized unemployment claims by age and found that a significant portion of claims were from those aged 36 to 65, signaling that AI’s effect doesn’t only affect early-career jobs.
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As thousands sing, clap and chant together, attendees describe a feeling of bliss and belonging, a chance to step outside the pressures of work, studies and an increasingly competitive society.
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Mission two was to do a lot of listening, a lot of probing, a lot of asking questions, skip levels to really understand the opportunity for the go forward, but also embrace what makes TIAA incredibly special.
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Davis’ ability to reflect and respond with his pithy probing of the disagreeing chord turned chaos into something cogent.
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Stichter in the research note said the athleisure company is one of the best growth stories in retail.
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Professor Irene Tracey, recipient of a CBE in 2022 for services to medical research, was there on the first Wednesday of 2023.
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The probe was delayed from 2022, and headed for the asteroid Psyche, using a Mars-gravity assist and not arriving until August 2029.
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Plan for adversaries who can read an entire codebase and configuration, not just probe exposed endpoints.
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“Exploration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exploration. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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