Thesaurus results for EXPLORATION

exploration

noun

ˌek-splə-ˈrā-shən

Definition of exploration

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 The result is a power train that feels beautifully matched to the car’s available grip and suspension tuning, creating a sense of balance that encourages exploration rather than caution. — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026 The Kings’ exploration of tech’s litigation underbelly arrives at at a critical moment. — Senior Television, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 Looking beyond space Although lunar exploration dominated much of the discussion, Cabauy believes that nuclear micropower would also find applications much closer to home. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026 Beside Hoge, Merck R&D chief Dean Li outlined an exploration strategy. — Jason Mast, STAT, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exploration

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The State Law Enforcement Division didn't say if their investigation into any of the men is continuing.

— MEG KINNARD, Arkansas Online, 15 Oct. 2026
In January, the FBI raided a Post reporter’s home, as part of an investigation into a government contractor accused of mishandling sensitive national security information.

— Chad de Guzman, Time, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of investigation

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Waddhwa moved to strike a film development deal around the incident after getting unsolicited inquiries from Indian media firms.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
Many of Netanyahu’s electoral rivals, including Eisenkot, have promised to immediately establish an independent commission of inquiry if elected.

— Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of inquiry

Noun

If Fielder is again playing a version of himself here, Holmes seems to be offering near infinite versions of herself up for examination, like a set of unblinking reflections in a hall of funhouse mirrors.

— David Mack, CNN Money, 16 Oct. 2026
The search and forensic examination of the property remain ongoing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of examination

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For now, the study identifies a previously underappreciated part of the immune system that could help overcome one of SCLC’s most persistent defenses.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2026
Clinically tested in a 16-week study, the fast-absorbing cream has stats to back up its benefits.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of study

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Federal authorities seized Omar's phone in the search and have issued more than a dozen grand jury subpoenas, including to some of her relatives, a person briefed on the probe told the AP this week.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
The council opened its probe following a month of intense debate surrounding the risks posed by advanced AI models, and is aiming to use testimony and information unearthed through the investigation to guide new regulations.

— Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

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