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explore

verb

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Meaning

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To travel through an unfamiliar area to learn about it, or to examine a subject or idea in detail.

Example Sentence

The students will explore different career paths before deciding on a major.

Usage Note

Use 'explore' when you want to talk about traveling to an unknown place to learn about it, or when you're examining a topic or idea in depth. For example, you might explore a new city, or explore different career options before making a decision.

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