on the hunt

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The police are still on the hunt for the escaped convicts.

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Philadelphia will almost certainly be on the hunt for a few relief pitchers at the trade deadline. Zach Pressnell, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025 The suspect has not been identified as authorities remain on the hunt for him. Samira Asma-Sadeque, People.com, 18 June 2025 The production has, at this point, used nearly every available location to the fullest and is always on the hunt for access to another historic home within an acceptable filming distance. Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 17 June 2025 Obviously, the pro plan is geared toward larger firms that are constantly on the hunt for good subcontractors. Kathy Kristof, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for on the hunt

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“On the hunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20hunt. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.

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