inquire into; "the students had to research the history of the Second World War for their history project"; "He searched for information on his relatives on the web"; "Scientists are exploring the nature of consciousness"
attempt to find out in a systematically and scientific manner; "The student researched the history of that word"
observe, check out, and look over carefully or inspect; "The customs agent examined the baggage"; "I must see your passport before you can enter the country"
a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event
someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group
a deposit of personal property as security for a debt; "his saxophone was in pledge"
promise solemnly and formally; "I pledge that will honor my wife"
bind or secure by a pledge; "I was pledged to silence"
give as a guarantee; "I pledge my honor"
pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals; "I pledged $10 a month to my favorite radio station"
march in protest; take part in a demonstration; "Thousands demonstrated against globalization during the meeting of the most powerful economic nations in Seattle"
have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to; "She called on her Representative to help her"; "She turned to her relatives for help"