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investigation

[in-ves-ti-gey-shuhn] / ɪnˌvɛs tɪˈgeɪ ʃən /


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California rejects the criticism but last week announced a major investigation of providers that officials said bilked taxpayers out of more than $260 million.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Addressing the Sibanda family, Thompson said: "They have shown nothing but dignity throughout the investigation and continued to put their trust in us to get justice for Noah."

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The county's medical examiner said the body was "severely decomposed" and deferred on making a ruling on how she died pending the death investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

He has also said he intends to stay on as governor until the Justice Department investigation is cleared.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

She’d pick up her investigation again after that.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland




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