investigate
verb (used with object)
to examine, study, or inquire into systematically; search or examine into the particulars of; examine in detail.
investigating
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present participleof investigate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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This breakthrough encouraged the researchers to continue investigating.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
Several clinical trials are already investigating whether disease-modifying therapies can benefit people who have biological signs of Alzheimer's but have not yet experienced cognitive impairment.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
Senior investigating officer Det Supt Robin Fuller said it was a "complex investigation that involved meticulous enquiries, evidence gathering and partnership working".
From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026
Officials are investigating the cause of the disaster, which occurred when a train from Madrid to Seville barrelled into a stationary train.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
“You said you wanted to start investigating together, right?”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
