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Definitions

find out

VERB
discover, learn
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ascertain catch detect determine disclose expose hear identify observe realize reveal see uncover
WEAK
catch on divine note perceive unearth unmask
Antonyms
STRONGEST
conceal cover hide ignore lose miss neglect overlook suppress

Example Sentences

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"I tell you, I want to find out. I have an obligation to find out," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

They will find out in the next round, when their opponent will be either the defending champions from Oklahoma City or the the Phoenix Suns.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

They said he had gone to the capital to find out why his bank account had been frozen and disappeared.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

“After everything I went through, what my family went through, and to find out nobody was really being held responsible really hit me in the gut,” Jannotta said.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

"Well, check with him. He's been wondering where his chicken livers have been going. I don't think he'll be too happy to find out you're using them to play mad scientist."

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville