investigate

Example Sentences

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I had a nice conversation with a council worker who realised we were investigating the fake images.

From BBC

A royal commission has broad powers to investigate, the ability to summon witnesses and compel agencies to produce documents.

From BBC

Questions were raised about the deal's links to corruption in 2012, when media reports said Italian prosecutors were investigating allegations involving Kulibayev.

From BBC

Commissioner Bob Jacobson of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said state authorities would investigate the shooting with federal authorities.

From Los Angeles Times

In a statement, Santa Monica Police officials confirmed that a team of Special Investigations detectives are gathering evidence and investigating the case.

From Los Angeles Times