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investigation

[in-ves-ti-gey-shuhn] / ɪnˌvɛs tɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission launched a separate investigation into another of Peters’ videos involving an alligator in the Everglades.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

The cause of the fire was due to "equipment failure", Fire Rescue Victoria said, adding there will be an investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Still, the investigation showed no signs of cooling on Tuesday, when officials from U.S.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

On the same day that the Senate Banking Committee announced the date of his confirmation hearing, federal prosecutors sought to escalate the investigation that threatens to delay his appointment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Edwin Stanton continued his investigation as Abraham Lincoln slept his last, deep sleep at the Petersen house.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson




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