as in inquiry
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
officials launched an extensive investigation of the plane crash
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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.—
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The latter two in particular are emblematic of Hayes’ examination of her broader player pool, with both stepping into more important roles given positional absences.—
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Closer examination reveals tensions that are more subtle but no less profound.—
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The public and private sectors must keep funding and extending collaboration in the rapidly changing landscape with research and development and exploration in order to solve the numerous issues that lie ahead and enhance our quality of life and safety.—
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The film’s blend of humor, supernatural elements and folklore struck a chord with audiences, paving the way for further exploration of the genre.—
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The law was written to address the mounting issue of plastic pollution in the environment and the growing number of studies showing the ubiquity of microplastic pollution in the human body — such as in the brain, blood, heart tissue, testicles, lungs and various other organs.—
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Overall, Vanguard investors report spending an average of 4.3 hours a week thinking about and dealing with their finances, the study found.—
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Yet Bongino's post on X announced that case was part of a new probe.—
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Section 301 allows the president to conduct investigations on trading partners and impose tariffs at the conclusion of the probe.—
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The research evidence for these is of low quality or conflicting.—
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Only a handful of members have been identified through newspaper references, and historical society members have been conducting long-term research to discover others.—
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“Investigation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigation. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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