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investigations
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an attempt to gather the facts of a matter such as a crime, incident, etc. to find out the truth
- The detective launched an investigation into the mysterious disappearance of the jewelry.
- The company conducted an internal investigation to determine the cause of the data breach.
- The journalist's investigation revealed new information about the corruption scandal.
- The investigation into the accident showed that human error was to blame.
- Law enforcement officials are carrying out an investigation to uncover the truth behind the incident.
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2
the act or process of gathering evidence or facts of a matter in a scientific and systematic way
- The scientists' investigation of the ancient artifacts provided valuable insights into early civilizations.
- The environmental agency's investigation into water quality involved extensive sampling and analysis.
- The medical team's investigation identified the source of the outbreak and recommended measures to contain it.
- The investigation into the engineering failure required precise measurements and expert analysis.
- The university conducted an investigation into the effects of the new drug through controlled experiments and trials.
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