The investigation
Example: The investigation examines the issue thoroughly
Definition
"The investigation" refers to a systematic and detailed examination or inquiry conducted to uncover facts, gather evidence, or understand the truth about a particular issue or event. It often involves careful analysis and evaluation to reach a conclusion.
Etymology
The term "investigation" originates from the Latin word 'investigare,' meaning 'to track or trace out.' It entered English in the late 16th century, combining 'in-' (into) with 'vestigare' (to track), reflecting the process of searching or examining closely to discover hidden information.
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"The investigation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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