investigate
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Definitions
v.
To examine or inquire into something carefully in order to discover facts or the truth.
调查，审查，研究
Root Breakdown
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Common Collocations
- 1.investigate a crime调查犯罪
- 2.thoroughly investigate彻底调查
Example Sentences
- 1.
Police launched an investigation to investigate the suspicious circumstances.
- 2.
Scientists investigate climate change through extensive research and data analysis.