scavenger hunt

noun

Updated on: 16 Apr 2018

Definition of scavenger hunt

: a game in which players try to acquire without buying specified items within a time limit

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Recent Examples of scavenger hunt from the Web

Clicking on the image will launch a virtual scavenger hunt, in which players have to scroll, pan and zoom to find Waldo in various well-known locations throughout the world.

— olivia b. waxman, Time, "‘Where’s Waldo?’ Will Be Hiding in Google Maps for April Fools’ Day. Here’s How to Play," 30 Mar. 2018
Join a scavenger hunt throughout the Living Desert to answer questions, collect stickers and win prizes at the Easter Eggstravaganza.

— april orcutt, latimes.com, "Bunnies, Jerry Garcia and zombies fill the March 30-April 1 calendar," 25 Mar. 2018
On Tauck, kids ages 5 and older will see the Louvre in Paris by way of scavenger hunt.

— ellen uzelac, chicagotribune.com, "European river cruises get radical makeover with immersive experiences, exercise," 25 Mar. 2018
Easter Eggstravaganza will include a scavenger hunt and more at Science City in Union Station on March 31.

— kansascity, "10 Easter activities for families around Kansas City | The Kansas City Star," 23 Mar. 2018
David De Jesus, home from South Korea on leave, was reunited with his wife, Yessika, and their four children during a scavenger hunt on the court.

— sig christenson, San Antonio Express-News, "GI’s wife was invited to see the Spurs — and got the ride of her life," 22 Mar. 2018
Brown says Phi Kappa Tau was suspended through fall 2020 for alcohol abuse, misconduct and hazing involving scavenger hunts.

— Detroit Free Press, "Central Michigan University sorority suspended amid hazing probe," 2 Mar. 2018
There is a small amount of the rare drink bottled each year (about 7,000 cases), which sends collectors on a frenzied scavenger hunt throughout the United States like thirsty antique pickers.

— conor orr, SI.com, "Craigslist Crazies: Trading Rare Booze, Diamonds and Dog Poop Scooping for Super Bowl Tickets," 2 Feb. 2018
Children can participate in scavenger hunts, watch live performances, hear storytelling, get free tours, and more.

— sonja haller, azcentral, "Free and fun April things to do for kids and families around Phoenix," 30 Mar. 2018

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