as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
I'll have to do some research for this project
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as in to explore
to search through or into
researched the public record for more information about her great-grandparents
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Recent Examples of research
Brian Steinberg, Variety, 13 May 2026
Federal research is funded by taxpayers, performed in the public interest and meant to guide public decisions.
—A.j. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026
Sara Novak, Scientific American, 18 May 2026
Twice, the authority has researched extending the streetcar across the river into North Kansas City, first in 2014 and then in 2021-22.
—Eleanor Nash
may 18, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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Noun
The figure is derived from Netflix’s own research, not a third-party measurement entity.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 13 May 2026
Federal research is funded by taxpayers, performed in the public interest and meant to guide public decisions.
—A.j. Russo, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026
Verb
More regulation to lower barriers to researching cannabis for potential medicinal use could come soon—including further investigating how marijuana products might affect teens.
—Sara Novak, Scientific American, 18 May 2026
Twice, the authority has researched extending the streetcar across the river into North Kansas City, first in 2014 and then in 2021-22.
—Eleanor Nash
may 18, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
Noun
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Saum Poorsaleh, complaints triggered the internal affairs investigation.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Some of these digital pamphlets provide terse, functional updates while others act as the successors to bygone alt-weeklies, covering cultural happenings and carrying out local-interest investigations.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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Cars are banned, so visitors get around on foot or by golf cart; however, the island is arguably best explored by boat.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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And with more than 20 miles of trails on the property to explore, the natural surroundings here cannot help but enhance members’ mental and physical well-being.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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The state police, already examining alleged irregularities in city tax collections during Stewart’s administration, expanded the inquiry to include credit card use and the FBI also has opened an investigation, law enforcement sources said Thursday.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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And Szabo hired prominent Charlotte criminal defense attorney Tin to represent her in an inquiry by the North Carolina Real Estate Commission.—
Amber Gaudet,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Soon after, the state began investigating parents suspected of having provided such care to their children.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
16 May 2026
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The latest movie, Hannah, a baker turned amateur detective investigates the murder of a key witness in a high-profile forgery case, and the disappearance of the lead prosecutor in the case.—
Lori A Bashian , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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At a press conference Wednesday announcing the bill, lawmakers cited studies showing that the cost of playing youth sports has risen by 46% in five years, with many families paying more than $5,000 per child for a single season.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Thompson, meanwhile, has become a quick study in volleyball.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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After examining replays, Vazquez was awarded his first career MLS goal instead of it being deemed an own-goal.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The research team examined the molar with a micro-CT scan and a scanning electron microscope.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
13 May 2026
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Certain Regard strand in 2016, or his melancholy, elegantly structured exploration of grief, Love Life, a Venice competitor from 2022.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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Stojaković said the coaching staff has been supportive about his draft exploration and preparation.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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The child's remains were taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle, where authorities planned to carry out a post-mortem examination.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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For further insights into similar changes in the search and cloud domains, refer to our examination of Why The Market Is Re-Rating Google Stock.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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“Research.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/research. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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