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exploratory

[ik-splawr-uh-tawr-ee] / ɪkˈsplɔr əˌtɔr i /






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Two European lawmakers from the Greens group who went on an exploratory mission to the African country and neighbouring Uganda, said Wednesday their visit suggested the two nations were open for business.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

That moment, he said, was both vulnerable and exploratory, in a way he hoped “Dosis” would capture.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026

Mice receiving the drug improved beyond their starting levels in exploratory behavior, spatial memory, and blood-sugar maintenance.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 12, 2026

The U.K. appears poised to allow new oil production in the North Sea—after banning exploratory drilling last year—and is reviewing targets for sales of electric vehicles.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026

Since then, Pax managed an exploratory visit to the kitchen counter every time he was left alone, looking for more of them.

From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker




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