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Vocabulary Entry
investigating
|verb • noun
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V
verb
To carry out a systematic or formal inquiry to discover and examine the facts of an incident or situation.
Example Sentences
"The detective is investigating the mysterious disappearance of the artifact."
"Scientists are investigating the effects of climate change on local ecosystems."
"The school is investigating the claims of bullying among students."
N
noun
The act of examining or searching into a subject to uncover facts.
Example Sentences
"The investigation uncovered new evidence about the case."
"He conducted an investigation into the company's financial practices."
"The investigation lasted several months before reaching a conclusion."