investigation (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Definition
The process of carefully examining something or gathering information about it.
Examples
The police launched an investigation into the alleged fraud.
The journalist's thorough investigation uncovered a major scandal.
Further investigation is needed to determine the cause of the accident.
How to Use investigation
- investigation into (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify the subject or area being examined. — "The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing."
- investigation of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to specify the person or thing being examined. — "The investigation of the suspect's activities took several months."
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