- present participle of seek.
seeking
Example Sentences
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China's leaders are seeking to spark new life into an economy that has faced slowing growth for years.
From Barron's ● Aug. 20, 2026
CK Hutchison launched international arbitration against Panama, seeking over $1.5 billion in damages for the destruction of its port investments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
Mychal Threets, the Bay Area librarian who hosts PBS’ reboot of “Reading Rainbow,” stirred concern among fans earlier this week after saying on social media that he is “not okay” and seeking treatment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 19, 2026
He pleaded guilty to entering the UK without valid entry clearance, but not guilty to seeking to obtain leave to enter or remain by deceptive means.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Mrs. Kluck strides down the hallway, seeking out trouble.
From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan
