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Go to the sources: An expression emphasizing the importance of conducting fundamental research and of consulting primary sources.
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lapsed academic »
A person formerly employed as a professor or researcher in a university or other institution of higher education, especially one who no longer attempts to remain current in his or her former academic field.
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legwork »
Work, especially research or preparation, that involves significant walking, travel, or similar effort.
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paper »
A written document that reports scientific or academic research and is usually subjected to peer review before publication in a scientific journal or in the proceedings of a scientific or academic meeting .
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think tank »
A group of which performs research and develops reports and recommendations on topics relating to strategic planning or public policy, and which is usually funded by corporations, interest groups, or government.
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wade through »
To do a boring, repetitive research task.
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yellow press »
Newspapers which publish sensationalist articles rather than well researched and sober journalism.
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