Probe
/proʊb/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal investigation or inquiry into an event, situation, or allegation.
The government launched a probe into the corruption allegations.
- (v.) To conduct a thorough investigation or examination.
Officials probed the causes of the accident.
Forms
- probes
- probing
- probed
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'probe' typically connotes an official or formal inquiry and should be used to emphasize the investigatory aspect.
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