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Investigate

Ih-NVEH-stuh-gayt

/ˌɪˈnvɛstʌˌɡeɪt/

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investigate

Dictionary meaning

To conduct an inquiry or investigation of.

Examples

  • The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities.

Synonyms: inquire

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