probe

Example Sentences

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In a field where buzzards were flying overhead, they used metal probes and pick axes and shovels in their search for remains.

From BBC

It comes after lawyers for the peer complained about the force's decision to take him into custody on Monday, as part of its probe into misconduct in public office allegations.

From BBC

Why limit the capacity of the Freedom of Information Act to allow probing questions of the monarchy?

From BBC

In July, the CHP said that the agency’s accident investigation team was leading a probe into the incident but that investigators had already ruled out a possible exposure to drugs.

From Los Angeles Times

The probe into the alleged misuse of billions in public funds has roiled the Southeast Asian economy since it came to light in late July, weighing on the peso and market sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal