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investigating

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtɪŋ]

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

Context: “discovery”

(verb) to look into something carefully to find out more about it. This is what you do when you want to learn the truth or gather information about a situation.

Example

The detective is investigating the case to find out who committed the crime.

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She is not investigating the problem, so she doesn't know how to fix it.

Example

What are you investigating in your science project?

Context: “research”

(verb) to study something closely and gather details. This is what a student might do when they want to learn about dinosaurs for a report.

Example

He is investigating the history of ancient Egypt for his school assignment.

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They are not investigating the topic, so their project lacks important information.

Example

Are you investigating different animals for your science fair?

How to pronounce investigating

Pronunciation: [ɪnˈvɛstɪˌɡeɪtɪŋ]

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