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investigation

[in-ves-ti-gey-shuhn] / ɪnˌvɛs tɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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The crash’s anniversary signals the imminent arrival of the full accident investigation report from India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

If a person in the diocese comes to fear that they or their loved one has been bodily possessed by a demon, the diocese launches an investigation involving medical, psychological, and psychiatric testing.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

A 15-month investigation by the Association of Tennis Professionals in 2023 said it found “insufficient evidence” to support the claims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

Following Digwa's sentencing, Nowak's father Mark called for a "full, fearless and transparent" investigation into the police response.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Edwin Stanton continued his investigation as Abraham Lincoln slept his last, deep sleep at the Petersen house.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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