explore

Definition

  • verb: to look at (something) in a careful way to learn more about it
  • verb: to investigate, study, or analyze
  • sometimes used with indirect questions
  • synonyms: search, plumb, fathom

Examples

  • You need to 'explore' your feelings on this subject more carefully.

  • We 'explored' various options/alternatives/possibilities.

  • The children were encouraged to 'explore' mathematics.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Mom misses you. And so does Grandpa. Does he say anything? No. But sometimes he calls me Dylan. He said that he didn't want the job. That he was just coming to New York to explore his options. What a crock of gas. You fly across the country to explore your options? Please. I don't think so. (..)
    2011 Friends with Benefits
  • (..) History. Personal experience. Romantic comedies. Come on, you're here for a reason, whether you want to admit it or not. Yeah, to explore an option. Who wouldn't want to know their options? Someone who's in the perfect situation. Are you in the perfect situation? Job? Absolutely. (..)
    2011 Friends with Benefits