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Limitations of keyword searching

Up to this point, all of our searches have been keyword searches. Sometimes, keyword searches can be frustrating because: you retrieve results which just mention your keyword briefly; you find articles which use your keywords in a different context and are not actually about your topic; you are left wondering: have I found the best articles about my topic or just a random selection? One of the best ways to improve the completeness of your search and reduce these frustrations is by using subject headings.