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investigation

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


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He is constantly on the run, seeking shelter from an ever-shrinking group of allies in nearby states, say people close to the investigation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

In January, he released a startling video disclosing he was under investigation and labeling it a pretext to pressure the central bank to cut rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

On Sunday, deputy leader of Durham County Council Darren Grimes said Gibbins had been suspended, but Reform later said it was not correct and he was under investigation.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

Although the scientific consensus is that mRNA is a safe, highly effective platform for vaccines and therapeutics, critics contend that its initial regulatory approval was fast-tracked and warrants further investigation.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

A letter to Le Figaro had even specifically called for the investigation to focus on the workers who had put the Mona Lisa behind glass.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day




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