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
Institutionally, Aschbacher sees opportunities in a convergence of key meetings and milestones, including an ESA Council in mid-June, a ministerial focused specifically on exploration scheduled for December, and the crucial once-every-three-years ESA Ministerial Council in 2028.
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Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
When Beatriz Hatz remained open for exploration after coupling up with Sean Reife, Gabriel swept her away and formed a connection with her.
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Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The chic low block-heel transitions seamlessly from daytime explorations to dinner reservations, while the subtle toe strap helps keep your feet from sliding around.
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Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
Continuing our exploration of nonfiction festivals, Doc Talk heads overseas to Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland for a discussion with artistic director Karol Piekarczyk.
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Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
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Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
24 June 2026
When Beatriz Hatz remained open for exploration after coupling up with Sean Reife, Gabriel swept her away and formed a connection with her.
—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
24 June 2026
The chic low block-heel transitions seamlessly from daytime explorations to dinner reservations, while the subtle toe strap helps keep your feet from sliding around.
—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
23 June 2026
Continuing our exploration of nonfiction festivals, Doc Talk heads overseas to Millennium Docs Against Gravity in Poland for a discussion with artistic director Karol Piekarczyk.
—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
23 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exploration
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Baglio has since been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the criminal and internal administrative investigations, police said.
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According to a Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner death investigation report obtained by USA TODAY on July 1, Ransone's brother told an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department that the actor had a history of suicidal ideation.
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This will trigger a hard credit inquiry that will temporarily lower your credit score several points.
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To stop seeking answers is a choice to dim a light that has guided human inquiry for millennia.
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Civil rights attorney Ben Crump announced the family’s plans during a June 22 press conference, saying relatives of Kohen Wiley want an independent examination of the evidence and do not want to rely solely on findings from the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation.
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Lexington County Coroner Margaret Fisher said an examination found no evidence of traumatic injury, including bruising, lacerations, gunshot wounds, stab wounds, blunt force trauma, strangulation or other external injuries.
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The markings can also result from biological activity, making the sample a compelling target for further study.
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In the decade leading up to the pandemic, a study by the Atlantic Council found Pakistan to be one of only five developing economies, out of a sample of more than 60 countries, whose interest payments consumed more than 40% of its annual revenue intake.
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Mission two was to do a lot of listening, a lot of probing, a lot of asking questions, skip levels to really understand the opportunity for the go forward, but also embrace what makes TIAA incredibly special.
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Davis’ ability to reflect and respond with his pithy probing of the disagreeing chord turned chaos into something cogent.
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Uncovering the people behind the paint As part of its acquisition, the association conducted new research to uncover the identities and stories of the people Rockwell captured in his images.
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Ippei Naoi | Getty Images Investors continue to rely on professional financial advisers for their final investment decisions, even as artificial intelligence becomes more widely used in the initial stages of research, according to a survey by HSBC.
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The probe was delayed from 2022, and headed for the asteroid Psyche, using a Mars-gravity assist and not arriving until August 2029.
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Plan for adversaries who can read an entire codebase and configuration, not just probe exposed endpoints.
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“Exploration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exploration. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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