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scour

[skouuhr, skou-er] / skaʊər, ˈskaʊ ər /




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“Not everything is a playoff, championship or otherwise high-profile sports event that we will naturally scour the viewing expanse we call television to find,” Corbelli said.

From MarketWatch Jul. 18, 2026

That counterfeit supply chain has long been a concern for automakers, who employ teams to scour for fake parts out of reputational fear and to protect customers.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 9, 2026

So it makes sense to scour for opportunities in areas that have charts that do not look as if they’re at nosebleed levels.

From Barron's Jun. 2, 2026

While teams of officers scour the park, Karen discovers her daughter has taken over £200 in cash from home, prompting Sgt Kelly to widen the search.

From BBC May 27, 2026

If you find no one, scour the sand near the opening for footprints.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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