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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The sisters have been able to find out who their biological dad is and have reached out to him, which they said was met with "kindness and positivity".
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026
We’ll find out what that really means on Wednesday.
From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026
My friends and I would rush home to find out if a sumo wrestler could beat a judo or kung fu master.
From Salon • Jun. 17, 2026
"After that, we want to see whether the same approach works for related materials -- swapping molybdenum for tungsten, or sulfur for selenium -- to find out how broadly this idea can be applied."
From Science Daily • Jun. 17, 2026
If they find out what you can do...
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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