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searching

searc·hing

UK/ˈsɜːtʃɪŋ/ US/ˈsɜɹt͡ʃɪŋ/ common

adjective

1.

diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation

  • “a probing inquiry”
  • “a searching investigation of their past dealings”
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2.

having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect

  • “searching insights”
  • “trenchant criticism”
Synonyms
3.

exploring thoroughly

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