fish for

Example Sentences

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Parents may now be forced to choose between prison time and helping Hong Kong authorities fish for evidence to bring national-security charges against their children.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Many coastal communities in the region depend heavily on fish for food, income, and cultural practices, which raises concerns about the long-term effects of consuming contaminated seafood.

From Science Daily • Feb. 3, 2026

It is about "finding that balance", he continued, noting how many people still rely on animals and fish for food.

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025

Since they’re right by the river, in between church services, they also learn how to kayak and fish for bass.

From Salon • Jul. 7, 2025

Afterwards I went down to the shore where I could gather a few abalones and sometimes spear a fish for my supper.

From "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell