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investigate

[in-ves-ti-geyt] / ɪnˈvɛs tɪˌgeɪt /


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"Any threat against the president is taken very seriously by the department, and our US Park Police will investigate this incident and hold those responsible accountable," the spokesperson said in a statement.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But England's Department of Health and Social Care is also clear that private dentistry has to be held to account, which is why the CMA has been asked to investigate, it says.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

State insurance departments conduct regular audits, investigate consumer complaints, and have the authority to require corrective action.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

To investigate the mechanisms involved, the researchers combined several different approaches.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

It’s another to think of him looking on his own, trying to investigate my past.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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