investigated

verb

Definition of investigatednext
past tense of investigate
as in explored
to search through or into experts investigating new ways of dealing with the problem

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Recent Examples of investigated Leite also said that the cause of the accident was being investigated by Brazil's Aeronautical Accident Investigation and Prevention Center (Cenipa). — Clare Fisher, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024 Recent research has investigated berberine’s role in supporting heart health and lowering blood sugar levels, per Healthline. — Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024 The circumstances leading to the officer being shot were still being investigated, Chief MJ Harris told reporters at a briefing. — Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024

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“Investigated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/investigated. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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