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
Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025
These research studies evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a medical intervention in humans.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 14 June 2025
Luke Barr, ABC News, 3 June 2025
Throughout her 10 years as a writer, Phillips has consistently researched and tested hair tools, which informed her selections when writing the original version of this article on the best hair wavers.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 3 June 2025
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Noun
What To Know Niche, an educational research platform, has done a 2025 report ranking the top 50 school districts in the United States, evaluating over 11,000 districts nationwide.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 June 2025
These research studies evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a medical intervention in humans.
—Hannah Harper, Health, 14 June 2025
Verb
The affidavit alleges that Jian and Liu were dating, and also researching the biological pathogen -- and when questioned about smuggling the pathogen into the United States, lied to authorities at the Detroit airport.
—Luke Barr, ABC News, 3 June 2025
Throughout her 10 years as a writer, Phillips has consistently researched and tested hair tools, which informed her selections when writing the original version of this article on the best hair wavers.
—Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for research
Verb
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Kids can splash in the gentle surf, explore interactive splash pads, or climb and play at the colorful beachfront playground, all just steps from the sand.—
Rita Wells,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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From adding color to her wardrobe to making meals for her children, Taylor told WWD that she is often refueled by stepping away from her work and loves to explore art and culture for inspiration.—
Alexandra Pastore,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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We’re taught to prioritize action over inquiry, compliance over curiosity.—
Hunter McMahon,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Newsweek reached out to Marriott International and the woman's attorney for comment via email outside of regular office hours on Tuesday, as well as to Clearview Building Services, LLC, via an online inquiry form.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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Police and law enforcement investigate the home of state Senator John Hoffman and his wife, who were shot multiple times earlier in Champlin, Minnesota, on June 14.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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No was is in custody for the fatal shootings and detectives were investigating.—
Deanese Williams-Harris,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2025
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For example, the UK’s mattress trade association reacted to the study by issuing guidance for its members.—
Arlene Blum,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Some powders contain aspartame or acesulfame potassium (also known as acesulfame K), which, one 2022 study suggested, may be linked to a greater cancer risk (although other studies have not found this).—
MISAKI KAWATSU,
Vogue,
10 June 2025
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The report examines how, say, the cellphone is often giving a one-sided perspective of a story brimming with multiple angles and voices.—
David Silverberg,
JSTOR Daily,
13 June 2025
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Jurors would listen to witnesses, examine evidence and then name a suspect.—
Mindy Weisberger,
CNN Money,
13 June 2025
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The billionaire's federal contracts range in research development, space exploration, utility and defense, particularly as space becomes more and more militarized.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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More exploration to come Whatever happened today — landing success or failure — ispace has big lunar goals.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
5 June 2025
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During cross examination, Abrego Garcia’s attorneys raised questions about possible conflicts of interest.—
Travis Loller,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
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On cross examination, defense attorneys introduced evidence showing Jane expressed gratitude for Combs during the trip.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
11 June 2025
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“Research.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/research. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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