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investigation

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verbの-Adjective

Definitions

1. search (esp. in criminal investigations)
2. investigation

This noun refers to a criminal investigation or inquiry, typically carried out by police or detectives. It is commonly used in crime dramas, news reports, and legal contexts when describing efforts to solve a case.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I can't believe there's an investigation happening right in the neighborhood!

Sentence 2

I wonder if they actually launched an investigation into that rumor.

Sentence 3

That one comment could be the lead the investigation needs!

Sentence 4

Wait, does what you just said have something to do with the investigation?

Sentence 5

Ugh, it's exhausting feeling like my every move is under investigation!