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finding

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that finds;
   discovery.
2. Often
   findings.
   something that is found found
   or ascertained.
3. Law. a decision or verdict after judicial inquiry.
4. findings, tools, materials, etc., used by artisans.

/ ˈfaɪndɪŋ /

noun

1. a thing that is found or discovered
2. law
   the conclusion reached after a judicial inquiry; verdict
3. plural
   the tools and equipment of an artisan

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• non·finding noun

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Example Sentences

His resignation came as the House Ethics Committee was reportedly gearing up to release the findings of their probes into Gaetz's alleged sexual misconduct and drug use.

Raducanu saved seven break points across the fourth and eight games, finding first serves when she needed them in the most perilous moments, then striking clinically to secure another encouraging victory.

It was not immediately clear when the archbishop would leave his post but the process of finding a replacement is likely to take at least six months.

“It’s not like finding another primary care provider or orthopedic surgeon, and this is an exceedingly difficult task for someone who is mentally ill to accomplish,” Mark said.

Businesses unhappy with the findings could reject them and pursue a claim against a provider through the county courts.