exploratory

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Much of that work is exploratory and uncertain.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

"This is an exploratory study project," the company said without confirming the name of the partner company.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Muscle growth and exploratory functional efficacy weren’t consistent nor robust enough to move the drug to late-stage development, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Antonio held exploratory talks with the Championship club over a pay-as-you-play deal, before choosing to move to Qatar instead.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

His pursuer, too, dropped to a crouching position, then pushed an exploratory paw into the burrow.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford