Look Into (Verb)
Meaning 1
Investigate scientifically; "Let's investigate the syntax of Chinese".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The research team decided to look into the effects of climate change on polar bears.
- Let's look into the syntax of the ancient Sumerian language to understand its evolution.
- Scientists have been trying to look into the causes of Alzheimer's disease using cutting-edge technology.
- To improve crop yields, the agronomists will look into the effects of various soil conditions on plant growth.
- The team of ecologists is planning to look into the impact of human activities on the marine ecosystem.
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Meaning 2
Examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition; "check the brakes"; "Check out the engine".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- The auditor was asked to look into the discrepancy in the company's accounts to determine the cause of the error.
- The city council decided to look into the new development plan to ensure it was environmental friendly.
- She decided to look into the job offer carefully before making a decision.
- He was tasked with looking into the complaint of noise pollution in the neighborhood.
- The researchers will look into the effects of climate change on local wildlife over the next five years.