find out
Britishverb
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to gain knowledge of (something); learn
he found out what he wanted
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to detect the crime, deception, etc, of (someone)
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Discover through examination or inquiry, as in You can find out his phone number by looking in the book . [Mid-1500]
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Expose, detect the true nature or character of, especially in an offense. For example, Cheaters risk being found out . [c. 1700]
Example Sentences
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I recently spoke with some energy-company insiders and sector analysts to find out.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 19, 2026
The final reason to stick with Mr. Klosterman is to find out why he wrote this alternative history in the first place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Sparkes added that he thought his friends would be shocked to find out he was voicing the character.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Stay on top of your reservation and know your rights, whether you get advance notice of seat changes or find out at the airport, like Prati.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
“If I don’t run risks, I won’t find out anything worthwhile,” she says.
From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly
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