to probe
Third Person
probes
Present Participle
probing
Past Tense
probed
Past Participle
probed
1
to investigate or explore in depth in order to find out more information
- The journalist probed into the company's finances to uncover any potential corruption.
- The scientist probed deeper into the theory to uncover new insights.
- The detective probed into the case to uncover new evidence.
- The interviewer probed deeper into the candidate’s previous work experience to assess their qualifications.
Synonyms:
2
to examine or look for something, particularly using a small long instrument
transitive
- Engineers probed the structure of the bridge to identify any weaknesses or signs of deterioration.
- Scientists probed the depths of the ocean with specialized submersibles to study marine life in unexplored regions.
- Detectives probed the crime scene for clues that could lead to the identity of the perpetrator.
- Geologists probed the soil samples for traces of rare minerals that could indicate valuable deposits underground.
- Researchers probed the genetic makeup of the rare species to understand its evolutionary history.