investigate
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To investigate further, researchers recalibrated radiocarbon dates connected to the human remains.
From Science Daily • May 13, 2026
There have already been calls to investigate others in the city.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
Employers will often attempt to quickly investigate the matter, usually by interviewing those involved or pulling emails, texts and chat messages between colleagues on work devices.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
Inspectors highlighted staff shortages, low morale, a failure to investigate and learn from incidents and delays to performing C-sections and inductions.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
He turned to Mr. Johnson, saying, "If it's okay with you, I'll bring the girls to the petting zoo so they can investigate this mystery."
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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