investigate
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To investigate this idea, the scientists designed a controlled experiment using different caffeine levels.
From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026
If adversaries can identify exploitable weaknesses at machine speed, the traditional defensive model—detect, investigate and respond—is under far greater strain than most admit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
The entire park is cordoned off and will be closed throughout Friday as police investigate the items.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Detectives have been assigned to investigate the five burglaries.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
Her heart pounding, Violet stood stock-still, wondering if Count Olaf or one of his accomplices would come and investigate.
From "The Bad Beginning" by Lemony Snicket
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