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
Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
The Cameron Boyce Foundation, of which Ortega is an advisory board member, now raises awareness and funding for epilepsy research in the hopes of one day finding a cure, while also supporting special causes about which Boyce was passionate.
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 1 Aug. 2025
Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 July 2025
Flipping burgers, writing procedures, researching case law, or calming angry callers builds something more enduring than muscle memory.
—Tricia Emerson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Noun
The paper also finds gen AI increasingly acting as an IMI, enhancing observation, analysis, communication, and organization in scientific research.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 1 Aug. 2025
The Cameron Boyce Foundation, of which Ortega is an advisory board member, now raises awareness and funding for epilepsy research in the hopes of one day finding a cure, while also supporting special causes about which Boyce was passionate.
—Andy Swift, TVLine, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
These days, try researching a standard skin-care routine for men, and you’ll be met with elaborate—not to mention daunting—20-step processes.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 July 2025
Flipping burgers, writing procedures, researching case law, or calming angry callers builds something more enduring than muscle memory.
—Tricia Emerson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
Verb
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Netflix also continues to explore nonfiction with a three-part docuseries centered on Colombian football star James Rodríguez.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
31 July 2025
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Both Carol and Leanne get love interests who are abruptly introduced, devices like ‘80s flashbacks are used sporadically before fading away and marginal characters like Bill’s other woman and Josie leave much to be explored.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
31 July 2025
Noun
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The State's Attorney's Office did not immediately respond to an inquiry about whether McNeil's video had factored into its decision not to charge Bowers.—
Janelle Griffith,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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But over the past five years he’s been considerably more hazy about the release of the Epstein tapes, waving off any inquiries about their whereabouts.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
22 July 2025
Verb
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The city is actively investigating him, Pureval said.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
2 Aug. 2025
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Israel's military said police were investigating the incident.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Aug. 2025
Noun
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One study found a significant reduction in the stress hormone cortisol when participants did value affirmations before a stressful task.—
Amy Sterling,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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In Wisconsin, the study found a worker needs to earn just over $23 hourly to afford a two-bedroom rental.—
Maia Pandey,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
Verb
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The current playoff format deserves to be thoroughly dissected and examined.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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Lawmakers have dipped into the state's dwindling savings accounts to cover the deficit, said Matt Berman, a University of Alaska Anchorage economics professor who co-authored a 2016 report that examined various deficit-reduction methods.—
Emily Schwing,
NPR,
1 Aug. 2025
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From France, Chichin’s work is an exploration of urban parks that create natural refuges in the heart of cities, reframing them as spaces of resistance and wonder.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
11 July 2025
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The ship’s missions require the crew to work together to overcome challenges such as combat, puzzle-solving, diplomacy, and exploration.—
Phillip Molnar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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The victims' bodies were taken to the state crime lab for examination to determine the manner and cause of death.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 July 2025
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Students are invited to prepare for the upcoming ACT examinations by taking a practice exam from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 2 at the Hinsdale Public Library, 20 E. Maple St., Hinsdale.—
Melinda Moore,
Chicago Tribune,
29 July 2025
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