English

investigation

ɪnˌvɛstəˈɡeɪʃən, ɪnˌves.təˈɡeɪ.ʃən
Meaning: a formal or systematic examination or research
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ɪnˌves.təˈɡeɪ.ʃən

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Example sentences

The police have launched a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire.
The police have launched a thorough investigation into the cause of the fire.
The results of the investigation will be made public tomorrow.
The results of the investigation will be made public tomorrow.
The company conducted a thorough investigation into the matter.
The company conducted a thorough investigation into the matter.
The police are conducting a criminal investigation into the theft.
The police are conducting a criminal investigation into the theft.
The police made an arrest following the investigation.
The police made an arrest following the investigation.

Usage Notes

Refers to a process of trying to find out all the details or facts about something.

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