English

explore

ɪkˈsplɔr, ɪkˈsplɔːr, ɪkˈsplo(ː)ɹ, ɪkˈsploə, ɪkˈsplɔɹ, ɪkˈsplɔː
Meaning: to search and discover about a place or subject
Part of Speech: Verb Alternative Readings: ɪkˈsplɔːr, ɪkˈsplo(ː)ɹ, ɪkˈsploə, ɪkˈsplɔɹ, ɪkˈsplɔː

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base explore
3rd person singular present explores
Present participle exploring
Past explored
Will future will explore
Going-to future going to explore
Imperative negative don't explore / do not explore

Example sentences

The children love to explore the woods behind their house.
The children love to explore the woods behind their house.
The documentary explores the causes and consequences of domestic violence.
The documentary explores the causes and consequences of domestic violence.
The study explores the impact of gender on career choices.
The study explores the impact of gender on career choices.
The hikers spent the afternoon exploring the bottom of the canyon.
The hikers spent the afternoon exploring the bottom of the canyon.
The museum explores the history and common humanity of people from all cultures.
The museum explores the history and common humanity of people from all cultures.

Usage Notes

Can refer to physical travel to learn about a place or investigating a topic/idea thoroughly.

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