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discover

Pronunciation: [/dɪˈskʌvɚ/]

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discover: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use discover in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “exploration”

(verb) to find something that was not known before, like uncovering a secret or stumbling upon a hidden treasure.

Example

She discovered a new trail while hiking in the forest.

Example

He failed to discover the hidden compartment in the old desk.

Example

Did you discover any interesting facts during your research?

Context: “science”

(verb) to learn or find out new information about something, usually through research or investigation.

Example

Scientists discovered a new species of butterfly in the rainforest.

Example

The researchers were unable to discover any significant results from their experiment.

Example

What did the astronomers discover during their latest observations?

How to pronounce discover

Pronunciation: [/dɪˈskʌvɚ/]

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