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Probe

/proʊb/noun / verb
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A probe is a slender device or instrument designed for exploring, testing, or measuring hidden areas, commonly used in fields like medicine, science, and space exploration to gather data without direct access. In a broader sense, it refers to a systematic investigation or inquiry, such as a government's probe into financial misconduct, highlighting its role in uncovering truths in modern investigative journalism.

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The Curiosity rover on Mars, essentially a sophisticated probe, has driven over 18 miles on the planet's surface since landing in 2012, discovering evidence of ancient water and organic compounds that hint at past microbial life, making it a key player in the search for extraterrestrial biology.

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