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as in investigating
to search through or into
communities must explore new ways of raising money for their cultural institutions
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as in searching
to go into or range over for purposes of discovery
we must continue to explore the depths of the ocean
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Recent Examples of exploring
In the meantime, sliding on a pair of fins and exploring under the water's surface is a worthwhile way to temporarily escape your daily stresses, get away from doom scrolling and connect with the beauty of nature.
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Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Orbitworks is exploring funding options for its $1 billion satellite launch plan, which could include support from Abu Dhabi and French government entities.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Here’s how to make the most of the journey — from boarding with ease to exploring each stop along the coast.
—Karon Warren, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The rest of the film is filled with such stifling cuts, with scenes that dispense information without exploring it.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 30 Apr. 2026
Rapid City Rapid City makes the perfect home base when exploring the Black Hills region.
—Midwest Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Athletic departments continue to expand their front offices by exploring the use of analytics to help determine players’ worth.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Apr. 2026
Just exploring the whole Silk Road and all the different ‘stans.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Driven by politics, family heritage, job opportunities and other factors, thousands of Americans are exploring whether the easier process makes now the right time to gain dual citizenship.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Orbitworks is exploring funding options for its $1 billion satellite launch plan, which could include support from Abu Dhabi and French government entities.
—Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Here’s how to make the most of the journey — from boarding with ease to exploring each stop along the coast.
—Karon Warren, AJC.com, 30 Apr. 2026
The rest of the film is filled with such stifling cuts, with scenes that dispense information without exploring it.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 30 Apr. 2026
Rapid City Rapid City makes the perfect home base when exploring the Black Hills region.
—Midwest Living, 30 Apr. 2026
Athletic departments continue to expand their front offices by exploring the use of analytics to help determine players’ worth.
—Arkansas Online, 30 Apr. 2026
Just exploring the whole Silk Road and all the different ‘stans.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Driven by politics, family heritage, job opportunities and other factors, thousands of Americans are exploring whether the easier process makes now the right time to gain dual citizenship.
—Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exploring
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When Drummond moved to intervene in the homeowner lawsuit against State Farm, Oklahoma's insurance commissioner said that for two years, state regulators have been investigating how claims for roof damage are handled.—
Michael Copley,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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Sri Lanka’s Police Narcotics Bureau is investigating if the smuggling activities are connected to local drug-running networks.—
Lucas Lilieholm,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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By my count, that would leave the Rangers searching for three forwards and two defensemen, plus a new backup goalie.—
Vincent Z. Mercogliano,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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That's because people like the Warneskys, who are seeking to rebuild in disaster-prone regions, are searching for greater peace of mind.—
Vanessa Romo,
NPR,
27 Apr. 2026
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The film traces his long-running bid to step out of Chun’s shadow and claim the top seat himself, examining the web of alliances, rivalries, and institutional maneuvers that defines his ascent.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
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Blanche said ballistics experts are still examining evidence to provide more clarity on those questions.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Exploring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exploring. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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