in search of

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: attempting to find : looking for
Scientists are in search of the answer.

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While the network is exhibiting patience with current live action sitcoms Animal Control and Going Dutch, the audience is limited, and Fox remains in search of the next breakout entry. Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 Smith preferred to stay in Miami but prioritized getting a better contract and remained away from the team’s offseason program in search of one. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 30 June 2025 The head coach has cited Ugarte’s improvement in possession since their time together in Portugal but has repeatedly substituted the Uruguayan when United were in search of a goal. Carl Anka, New York Times, 30 June 2025 Yet, the youngster is still in search of his first PGA Tour victory. Kendall Capps, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for in search of

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“In search of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20search%20of. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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