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Q: How can I combine my keywords to make a more effective search?
A. Combine search terms with Boolean Operators/Expressions: and, or, not (see demo)
| Operator | When to use it | Example |
" " |
To search for an exact phrase (especially good for slang and new terms) | "election reform" |
AND |
To combine two different concepts to get a small set of relevant results | "election reform" and 2000 |
OR |
To expand your search to include synonyms/related terms | "election reform" and (2000 or 2004) |
NOT |
To exclude certain results | "election reform" not fundraising |