Verb
- 1. investigate, look into, analyze, analyse, study, examine, canvass, canvas
- usage: investigate scientifically; "Let's investigate the syntax of Chinese"
- 2. investigate, inquire, enquire, probe, examine
- usage: conduct an inquiry or investigation of; "The district attorney's office investigated reports of possible irregularities"; "inquire into the disappearance of the rich old lady"
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