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as in finding
the act or process of sighting or learning the existence of something for the first time
the discovery of a new species of starfish
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as in find
something discovered
his many zoological discoveries include several species of birds
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Recent Examples of discovery
Humanity is in the midst of a new era of spaceflight and cosmic discovery that is only just now beginning to dawn.
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Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
Outlander producer breaks down season 7 return, Roger's shocking discovery
Jamie softens and, finally, gets it.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
TikTok Shop provides a pipeline from discovery to purchase by letting users shop products featured in live videos, pinned on brand and influencer profiles, or tagged in content shown on their algorithm-driven For You page.
—Erika Tulfo, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Get the Popular Science newsletter Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Dec. 2024
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Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
Outlander producer breaks down season 7 return, Roger's shocking discovery
Jamie softens and, finally, gets it.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
TikTok Shop provides a pipeline from discovery to purchase by letting users shop products featured in live videos, pinned on brand and influencer profiles, or tagged in content shown on their algorithm-driven For You page.
—Erika Tulfo, CNN, 14 Dec. 2024
Get the Popular Science newsletter Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Dec. 2024
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Trump officials ended deference to prior findings of fact, which resulted in a significant increase in denials for H-1B extensions, causing many longtime employees of companies to leave the United States when USCIS adjudicators rejected their applications.Stuart Anderson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Copper's posts call into question key findings in Lanez's trial, as well as Stallion's credibility, according to screenshots shared in the filing.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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The majority of finds uncovered by these investigations date to the Byzantine period (roughly the 4th-7th centuries) and earlier to the Second Temple period (516 B.C.-A.D. 70).Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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The line is filled with useful and cozy finds, which strikes the perfect balance.Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
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Along with billing itself as the world's largest provider of canine detections, Allied provides armed operatives that Kucera said have been in more demand the last 18 months and really since societal tensions heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
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Avian Flu in Milk The detection of avian flu virus fragments in milk is a new challenge for the dairy industry.Kerry E. Kaylegian, Discover Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
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Russian Doll also deploys a distinctively millennial brand of surrealism in its exploration of characters trapped in self-destructive patterns.Judy Berman, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
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Small, personal attentions are dotted throughout the stay, such as tucking in a teddy, proactively repairing an earring’s closing mechanism, rejuvenating dusty trainers after a day of exploration, or bringing in canapés the guest visibly enjoyed at dinner as a mid-day snack.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Similarly, another biopharma company, through its localized social media campaigns in Southeast Asia, has fostered greater patient awareness about rare diseases, using Instagram reels and Facebook live sessions to demystify complex medical information.Aman Gupta, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Organizations and individuals have lit buildings purple, while some towns have organized walks to raise funds for migraine health research; the governors of Illinois and Michigan even signed proclamations to increase awareness.Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Discovery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discovery. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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