Meaning & use
explore
To travel through an unfamiliar area or subject in order to learn about it.
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The children spent the afternoon exploring the tide pools along the shore.
Researchers explored several theories before settling on one explanation.
A note on using this word
Explore works both literally, for physical travel, and figuratively, for examining ideas, options, or possibilities.
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