investigate
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Iraqi state media said a local shepherd reported unusual military activity in the area, including helicopter flights, and the Iraqi military sent troops to investigate.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Sheldon Whitehouse similarly urged the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to investigate what they described as recurring suspicious trades tied to sensitive government information.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
"The attack on the Hatzola ambulances caused considerable community concern and we have been working continuously to investigate this incident," Cdr Helen Flanagan, head of Counter Terrorism Police London, said.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
The researchers say the discoveries may eventually help scientists investigate processes deep inside massive stars.
From Science Daily • May 8, 2026
As though Ray hears Axel’s thoughts from across the driveway, he leaps off of Emmett and George’s porch and comes to investigate.
From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers
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