investigatory

Example Sentences

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And as Schiltz wrote, the Justice Department “struggled—without success—to identify a single plausible investigatory justification” for its subpoenas.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2026

“The government doesn’t usually outsource its investigatory processes to external people,” he said, referring to Loomer and others.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

That order prevented the public release of Smith’s investigatory findings.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

At an investigatory meeting on 17 May 2023, Mr Duffy said he was "a person who goes over and beyond for the customer".

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

"Yes; of course," Hull said in his best investigatory manner.

From Hanging by a Thread by Garrett, Randall