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as in ruling
a decision made by a court or tribunal regarding a case it has heard
the evidence supported a finding of unfair bias, and the court entered judgment for the plaintiff
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as in discovery
the act or process of sighting or learning the existence of something for the first time
the scientists were thrilled with the finding of the new fossil
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as in discovering
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
we finally found the information after searching dozens of Internet sites
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as in encountering
to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
hey, I found my notebook!
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Recent Examples of finding
Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
The findings may also not be fully applicable to the broader public, given that all study participants were older European adults.
—Brian Mastroianni, Health, 5 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
Her challenge is now finding the best route to market for titles as varied as Doctor Who, Bluey and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, while launching new titles at markets such as MIPCOM and BBC Studios Showcase.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
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Noun
And, those findings are the foundation of Capture’s cutting-edge OX-C Treatment.
—Essence, 5 Sep. 2025
The findings may also not be fully applicable to the broader public, given that all study participants were older European adults.
—Brian Mastroianni, Health, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
Slow Down and Enjoy Schanen has been attending the event for over 20 years and cherishes the memories made while finding treasures.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
Her challenge is now finding the best route to market for titles as varied as Doctor Who, Bluey and A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, while launching new titles at markets such as MIPCOM and BBC Studios Showcase.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for finding
Noun
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Google to challenge order Google criticized the ruling and plans to appeal.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Sep. 2025
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Reporting on the ruling noted the panel did not identify who applied the fatal pressure or establish a definitive motive.—
Christina Coulter,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Our newest discovery at Amazon, the Generic 2-Story Prefabricated Tiny Home, is a one-bedroom abode with a spacious floor plan, a roomy deck, and a front porch for just $17,700.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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This discovery proves that the blueprint of star formation is the same across the galaxy, no matter how rich the environment is in heavy elements.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Inspectors cited the Sacramento pizzeria after discovering missing paper towels at the handwashing station near the walk-in cooler.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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This poor robot is discovering free will and decision paralysis.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Car accidents are statistically more common than encountering a defective medical device.—
Matt Lowe,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Research shows that new experiences—like stepping outside and encountering a new environment while working out—trigger the brain's reward system.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Key Background The Justice Department charged Brown, 34, on Wednesday with committing an act causing a death on a mass transportation system, a charge that carries a maximum sentence of the death penalty.—
Sara Dorn,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The rest are awaiting a sentence.—
MARGARET SHREINER,
jsonline.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Milwaukee police are seeking the public's help in locating a critically missing 11-year-old girl.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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The immediate priority for law enforcement is locating and apprehending the suspect who should be considered armed and dangerous.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Since then, Pate says the band has written more music, including a song for a potential season two, after meeting one of their musical inspirations Cage the Elephant.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Sep. 2025
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After meeting with city officials, the festival added more water stations and shaded areas.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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New members of Congress would also be required to divest their individual stock holdings after swearing in.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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German-style food, beer, live music, stein holding competition and more.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Finding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finding. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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