internet research
[ˈɪn.tər.net ˈri.sɜːtʃ]
noun
pesquisa na internet
1. The process of searching for and gathering information, data, or knowledge using internet-based tools and resources such as search engines, websites, databases, and online libraries
I conducted internet research to find the best prices for flights.
Realizei uma pesquisa na internet para encontrar os melhores preços de passagens aéreas.
2. Academic or professional investigation conducted using online sources and digital resources
The student used internet research to complete her thesis on climate change.
A estudante usou pesquisa na internet para completar sua tese sobre mudanças climáticas.
3. The act of exploring online content to gather intelligence, verify facts, or investigate topics of interest
Internet research revealed that the company had been operating for over 20 years.
A pesquisa na internet revelou que a empresa operava há mais de 20 anos.
Internet research has become a standard practice in both American and Brazilian cultures for academic work, professional tasks, and personal decision-making. In Brazil, as internet access has expanded, the term 'pesquisa na internet' is now commonly used in educational institutions and workplaces. In the USA, internet research is considered an essential digital literacy skill taught in schools.
NYC Slang
web search, googling, online lookup
Related Idioms & Phrases
to do one's homework online
to search high and low on the internet
to dig up information online
to surf the web for answers
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