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methodical investigation
[məˈθɑːdɪkəl ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeɪʃən]
noun
pl: methodical investigations
investigação metódica
1.
A systematic and orderly examination or inquiry conducted according to a planned procedure or method
The detective's methodical investigation revealed crucial evidence in the case.
A investigação metódica do detetive revelou evidências cruciais no caso.
2.
A careful and thorough examination following logical steps and established protocols
The scientist conducted a methodical investigation of the chemical compound.
O cientista realizou uma investigação metódica do composto químico.
Synonyms
systematic investigation
thorough inquiry
orderly examination
structured inquiry
careful examination
Antonyms
random investigation
haphazard inquiry
disorganized examination
unsystematic inquiry
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
investigação metódica
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
investigação metódica
Commonly used in legal and academic contexts
Portugal
investigação metódica
Standard usage in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
leave no stone unturned
by the book
step by step
follow proper channels
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