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as in investigation
a systematic search for the truth or facts about something
conducted a study to determine the sleep needs of adolescents
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as in daydreaming
the state of being lost in thought
found her staring at the fire in a deep study
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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
the idea is under study by the city council
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as in to research
to use the mind to acquire knowledge
you'll have to study hard and learn all about the Revolutionary War in order to pass the history test
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as in to learn
to commit to memory
having carefully studied the document, he could repeat what it said exactly
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as in to debate
to give serious and careful thought to
scientists who study the origin of the universe
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Recent Examples of study
Chantelle Lee, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
There's less water in the mantle beneath the farside of the moon than in the mantle on the nearside, according to studies of the precious lunar samples brought back to Earth by China's Chang'e 6 mission.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Christine Wusylko, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2025
In a pivotal scene in the season finale, Piper comes to the realization that her plan to stay at a monastery for a year and study Buddhism isn't going to work.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The study, published in JAMA Network Open on April 9, analyzed four years of nationwide data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 9 Apr. 2025
There's less water in the mantle beneath the farside of the moon than in the mantle on the nearside, according to studies of the precious lunar samples brought back to Earth by China's Chang'e 6 mission.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Verb
Through these activities, students learn about AI concepts such as the strengths and weaknesses of AI compared with human intelligence along with paleontology concepts such as the fossil record or the information that can be learned about the history of life on Earth by studying fossils.
—Christine Wusylko, The Conversation, 9 Apr. 2025
In a pivotal scene in the season finale, Piper comes to the realization that her plan to stay at a monastery for a year and study Buddhism isn't going to work.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for study
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In an event where wind is not a consideration, Cathedral Catholic’s Jocelyn Gibson edged Patrick Henry’s Miriam Aguirre in the girls 1,600 at UC.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Addressing these ethical considerations will require engagement from not just developers but also policymakers and committees responsible for upholding responsible AI use companywide to ensure diverse perspectives are considered.—
Rupesh Dabbir,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Starting in the fall of 2017, while in college, Hale began researching school shootings and mass killers.—
Ray Sanchez,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Layla Patrick, a sixth grader and straight-A student at Skinner North Elementary, will begin researching history related to the mission of the museum after accepting a position as junior historian for the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum.—
Susan DeGrane,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
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Both families later learned the couple had left Abilene’s bar on Philadelphia’s bustling South Street shortly before midnight.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
6 Apr. 2025
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Will this administration ever learn? Submit a letter, of no more than 400 words, to the editor here or email [email protected].—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Callahan said the uncertainty is why many are debating whether to buy or sell shares and why companies such as Klarna, StubHub and Chime are reportedly delaying their initial public offerings.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
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At that time, the members will debate three options.—
Wade Davis,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Atopic dermatitis is the most common type of eczema, and it's primarily diagnosed by a visual examination and collecting your health history.—
Susan Bard,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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In light of recent concerns raised by legislative aides, McCluskie told The Post that the legislature’s workplace harassment and expectation policies may need closer examination.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
31 Mar. 2025
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Lady Gaga is in a trance from Lucy Dacus covering one of her Mayhem songs.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Occasionally, Shackleton will enter a trance imagining certain climactic sequences, before cracking himself up and breaking his own spell.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2025
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Ahead of Monday's hearing, the Justice Department warned Oyer that discussing internal deliberations—particularly regarding pardons and gun rights—could violate executive privilege, which shields certain presidential communications from disclosure.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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Two people familiar with the matter, who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity to discuss internal deliberations, confirmed the department's decision to decline to prosecute.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2025
Verb
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As the verdict was read, Way looked straight ahead.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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Way, who smiled as the initial $4 million verdict was read, was cleared on claims of false imprisonment and constructive discharge.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Study.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/study. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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