1. MLA Increase search results by using synonyms University Library click = next

2. There are various ways to increase the search results Use more search terms:  Synonyms or related terms  Explode = incl. narrower terms Extend the search area:  change search fields, e.g. not title words but subject terms  search more databases of the same provider simultaneously

3. You are looking for articles on mythical creatures mythical creatures

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5. Add imaginary animals with OR

6. Synonyms can also be found via Explode. Go to the Thesaurus and use Browse to find the term mythical creatures.

8. Check Explode to include all the narrower terms of mythical creatures in the search