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English verb: investigate | |||
| 1. | investigate (communication) investigate scientifically | ||
| Samples | Let's investigate the syntax of Chinese. | ||
| Examples | The customs agents investigate the bags for drugs | ||
| Synonyms | look into | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s something. Somebody ----s somebody. Somebody ----s whether INFINITIVE | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | analyse, analyze, canvas, canvass, examine, study | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | examine, experiment, explore, explore, probe, research, research, search | ||
| 2. | investigate (communication) conduct an inquiry or investigation of | ||
| Samples | The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities. Inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady. | ||
| Examples | They investigate whether there was a traffic accident | ||
| Synonyms | enquire, inquire | ||
| Pattern of use | Somebody ----s. Somebody ----s something. Somebody ----s somebody | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | examine, probe | ||
| Narrower (hyponym) | spy | ||
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