1
as in to pursue
to go in search of
Henry Hudson was set adrift by mutinous crewmen while seeking the Northwest Passage to the Pacific Ocean
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2
as in to request
to make a request for
came seeking financial advice
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as in to try
to make an effort to do
seek to find the best solution
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Recent Examples of seek
The prospective partners in Germany's next government are seeking to loosen the nation's rules on running up debt to allow for higher defense spending.
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arkansasonline.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Ann Tsung, a NASA flight surgeon, is currently seeking approval to test whether GLP-1 agonists — drugs that have gained widespread attention under names such as Ozempic and Mounjaro as treatments for diabetes and obesity — can treat SANS by lowering intracranial pressure.
—Neil Savage, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2025
His company, MrBeast Industries, is now seeking to raise several hundred million dollars in funding at a staggering valuation of $5 billion, per a Bloomberg report.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025
With global travel surging, more people are seeking unique, immersive experiences, especially among millennials and travelers from Generation Z, who are foregoing Instagram-worthy, picture-perfect hotspots and seeking more authentic, local cultural escapes.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
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arkansasonline.com, 6 Mar. 2025
Ann Tsung, a NASA flight surgeon, is currently seeking approval to test whether GLP-1 agonists — drugs that have gained widespread attention under names such as Ozempic and Mounjaro as treatments for diabetes and obesity — can treat SANS by lowering intracranial pressure.
—Neil Savage, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2025
His company, MrBeast Industries, is now seeking to raise several hundred million dollars in funding at a staggering valuation of $5 billion, per a Bloomberg report.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025
With global travel surging, more people are seeking unique, immersive experiences, especially among millennials and travelers from Generation Z, who are foregoing Instagram-worthy, picture-perfect hotspots and seeking more authentic, local cultural escapes.
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seek
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Despite being one of the strongest teams, with no government funding, the U.S. Olympians face many financial struggles while pursuing their dreams.—
Paras J. Haji,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Washington — House Republicans are pursuing a stopgap measure to keep the government funded through September, looking to shore up support for the continuing resolution with less than 10 days to prevent a government shutdown.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Then in September 2024, Ramsey was scrolling through Reddit and saw a post where someone had requested people be removed from a photo using Photoshop.—
Daniella Gray,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Registration is requested for refreshment planning.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Abou Sangaré was the first winner of the night, winning Best Male Revelation for his breakout role in Souleymane’s Story as an African immigrant trying to survive in the mean streets of Paris.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Baron criticized the use of heavily armed federal agents for such cases, arguing that resources should be focused on criminals and public threats rather than individuals trying to adjust their status legally.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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These Crystal Coast attractions are well suited for families who desire to spend some quality time together during their spring break vacations.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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If desired, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top for an extra flavor kick.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2025
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And the charge Jones drew on Bogdan Bogdanović with 1:53 remaining set the table for the Bulls to attempt — and, ultimately, fail — to pull off the upset win.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2025
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The suspects fled the area on their bicycles southbound on Carrillo Drive after witnesses attempted to intervene, police said.—
Landon Mion,
Fox News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Image Some senior Israeli officials have argued that there will never be a better moment to take out the major nuclear facilities, though American military officials believe that the Israelis would almost certainly require American equipment and support to do a thorough job.—
David E. Sanger,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2025
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Driving the prices higher would require a steady stream of positive news.—
Ben Walsh,
The Atlantic,
8 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Rogers cared deeply about the children his show touched, striving to spread kindness and make the world a better place.—
Makena Gera,
People.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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If errors are made, they will be flagged and corrected as needed, while striving to do what's best for the American people.—
Gabrielle Emanuel,
NPR,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Seek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seek. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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