investigation
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An investigation into alleged police corruption in South Africa has had the nation captivated - much like the second season of a successful Netflix crime drama.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Federal prosecutors also have dropped their criminal investigation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
The National Transportation Safety Board opened an ongoing investigation into Waymo after a robotaxi struck a child in Santa Monica, Calif., near an elementary school.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026
Police opened an investigation into the case and seized the vehicle.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
“I would urge you to abandon the investigation related to your mother.”
From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin
Vocabulary lists containing investigation
Florida EOC Biology 1
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