explore
verb (used with object)
to traverse or range over (a region, area, etc.) for the purpose of discovery.
has explored
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present perfectof explore (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Netflix has explored bidding for the rights to the Emmy Awards in recent years, but the streamer was not able to come up with a deal that made economic sense.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 15, 2026
Since then, FSG has explored the possibility of purchasing a second club in continental Europe to add to its portfolio.
From BBC β Jul. 21, 2026
A large body of research has explored the relationship between diabetes and oral infections.
From Science Daily β May 16, 2026
While the number of cases has mounted, Bayer has explored strategic options, including a potential bankruptcy filing to curb its Roundup litigation costs.
From The Wall Street Journal β Apr. 20, 2026
‘How do you know that? And who has explored all the confines of that dark realm?’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
