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discover

verb

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Meaning

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To find something new or learn something that was not known before.

Example Sentence

The scientists hope to discover a cure for the disease within the next five years.

Usage Note

Use 'discover' when describing the act of finding something new, such as a fact, place, or object, especially in academic or exploratory contexts.

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