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seeking

NOUN
act of looking for
Synonyms


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He’s still seeking his first hit, but he proved the Dodgers’ confidence in his ability was well placed.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 12, 2026

J&J has been seeking to unload its DePuy Synthes orthopedics business.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 12, 2026

He often spoke of striving, which he meant as searching or seeking, but the word also took on the old-fashioned connotation of uplifting the race by uplifting yourself.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 11, 2026

After more than 500 flights and deliveries, the firm said it is now seeking approval from the Civil Aviation Authority to cover the whole of Darlington.

From BBC Sep. 11, 2026

As my mind began to cloud over, I saw a large shape approach through the gloom and come closer, as if seeking me out.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo




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