exploratory

[US]/ɪk'splɒrət(ə)rɪ/
[UK]/ɪk'splɔrətɔri/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. related to exploring or investigating.

Phrases & Collocations

exploratory study

exploratory factor analysis

exploratory research

exploratory well

exploratory development

exploratory laparotomy

exploratory data analysis

exploratory behavior

Example Sentences

surgeons performed an exploratory operation.

He cautioned that the Russia-American discussions were still in an exploratory stage.

The exploratory testing study of modifying and fining the solidification structure of concast steel billet is carried out in concast production by the technology of electro-pulse modification.

If no clinical effect is achieved after expectant treatment and extra-spinal diseases were excluded, exploratory operation inside canalis spinal should be employed.

an exploratory study on climate change

an exploratory trip to the jungle

engaging in exploratory activities

an exploratory meeting to discuss new ideas

taking an exploratory approach to problem-solving

an exploratory mission to outer space

conducting exploratory interviews with experts

an exploratory journey to uncover hidden treasures

using exploratory data analysis techniques

Real-world Examples

So what can you tell us about this exploratory drilling project?

Source: Financial Times

That finding suggests that our friends could ramp up our exploratory behavior.

Source: Science 60 Seconds - Scientific American January 2019 Collection

I gonna have to do what's called an exploratory laparotomy.

Source: Canadian drama "Saving Hope" Season 1

And the digital realm somehow forces you to go into that exploratory direction.

Source: TED Talks (Video Version) Bilingual Selection

See, frontline exploratory science does not happen as much in politically unstable territories.

Source: TED Talks (Video Edition) July 2019 Collection

They cannot carry out the typical exploratory and hunting behaviors innate to felines.

Source: Animal World

My dad just set up a little exploratory committee. It's no big deal.

Source: Desperate Housewives (Audio Version) Season 3

Harris bypassed launching a presidential exploratory committee, and opted to jump straight into her campaign.

Source: PBS English News

Contact of any kind, whether it was sexual, aggressive or even just exploratory, only occurred 30 percent of the time.

Source: TED Talks (Video Version) Bilingual Selection

Successfully landed an exploratory rover on the far side of the moon, and then one on Mars.

Source: CNN 10 Student English December 2021 Collection

Popular Words

Explore frequently searched vocabulary

Download App to Unlock Full Content

Want to learn vocabulary more efficiently? Download the DictoGo app and enjoy more vocabulary memorization and review features!

Download DictoGo Now