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
Hot springs, waterfalls, and gorgeous vista points dot the surrounding mountains, perfect for hours of exploration on foot or by bike.
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Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2026
Mogadishu also partnered with Turkey to invest in offshore oil and gas exploration.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 13 Jan. 2026
The overarching theme is the exploration of uniqueness that can be found even in ordinary pieces of clothing.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026
At more than twice the size of New York City’s Central Park, the center offers plenty of room for exploration and solitude.
—Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exploration
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The presence of state investigators on scene at the latest shooting by a federal immigration officer was notable, given federal authorities had previously blocked the BCA from participating in the investigation of the shooting of Good.—
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An investigation into the source of salmonella contamination is ongoing, officials said.—
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The lawmakers have pushed back against the administration and argued the Justice Department's inquiries are politically motivated.—
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Huawei, in response to CNBC inquiries, declined to comment on its intention to list or stay private.—
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The examination of the past all feels pretty surface-level.—
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After an examination of her records, the election board said 188 of Walker Thomas’ petition signatures were invalid, which brought her total number of valid signatures to 445, below the minimum 500 signatures required to run.—
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Islands and small economies will be disproportionately affected, given the regions' dependence on seafood and nutrition, according to the study.—
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One in three would choose AI over humans for serious conversations, according to the study.—
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The Algerian is equally capable of tucking into midfield, running the flanks, playing probing passes from a wide-centre-back role or making darting movements towards goal.—
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The research accounted for reduced availability of key nutrients in seafood, including calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, protein and iron -- the loss of which can be linked to increases in disease risk and additional deaths.—
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The research team introduces Emo, an advanced anthropomorphic facial robot designed to enhance social interaction.—
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The legislation sought to protect journalists and their sources from government probes.—
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The probes don’t signal a return to the era of tech crackdowns that shook investor confidence five years ago, a Reuters columnist noted, partly because they’re not driven by founders falling out of grace with Beijing.—
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“Exploration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exploration. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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