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In EBSCOhost databases, EBSCO has introduced a new Natural Language Search mode. This does not replace traditional searching; instead, it is an additional search option you can try. The Natural Language Search allows you to enter a query using everyday language, which is transformed using an LLM into a Boolean search (a classic library search method using AND, OR, NOT to form a nuanced query). You may then view your results along with the constructed Boolean query to 1) to determine if the tool interpreted your natural language query accurately; 2) see how Boolean queries are constructed; 3) see if you want to revise your query to improve your results. (Click any image below to view full-sized)
After running a Natural Language Search, in the results page, you will see the results retrieved by EBSCOhost plus an option "Show refined query," under the search on the right hand side. If you click on the link it will display the Boolean search terms that EBSCOhost used to run your search.
This allows you to see how the Natural Language Search has interpreted a query and turned it into a Boolean search. The search done from the text became, ((minimum wage) AND (united states OR US)).
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You can search multiple EBSCOHost databases at a time!
Just click on the "searching" link and then "select all" for all the databases or just add specific ones.
