chance discovery
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The chance discovery led to one of the greatest archaeological finds in modern history, and the artifacts from Sanxingdui stirred questions that still perplex experts four decades later.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 8, 2026
The excavation took place in July following the chance discovery of a similar object by metal detectorist Alan Gray at the same location in 2021.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2025
"This chance discovery allowed us to recognize that we can design carbon nanotube architectures with desired characteristics by adjusting rotation angles and shaking conditions."
From Science Daily ● Dec. 11, 2023
A chance discovery in Beersheba long ago set Mr. Alshawamreh on his current trajectory.
From New York Times ● Mar. 11, 2023
Better to hide out and chance discovery than be caught in open country at sunrise.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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