investigate
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To investigate this mystery, Weber's team analyzed a global dataset and used computer models.
From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026
That being so, Congress certainly has the power to investigate, if that’s what the president’s doing.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
After gathering initial evidence, including tip-offs, we sent undercover reporters to investigate how willing immigration advisers were to help people make up false asylum claims.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn on Tuesday wrote a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration urging the agency to investigate the incident.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
Of course, Ralph had to investigate and found his back stuck to something he had not known about—Scotch tape.
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
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