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probing

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈpɹoʊbɪŋ// UK //pɹˈəʊbɪŋ// prob·ing

adj. asking deep or difficult questions to find out the truth. You use this to describe someone who is trying to discover hidden information.

adj. characterised by a desire to investigate or explore thoroughly. Often describes questions or looks that seek to uncover hidden details or truths.


SIMPLE

The journalist asked several probing questions during the interview.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee launched a probing investigation into the company's finances to find where the money went.

COMPLEX

Her probing gaze seemed to look right through his excuses, making it impossible for him to maintain the lie any longer.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used to modify nouns like 'questions', 'look', 'gaze', or 'investigation'.

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