search out

phrasal verb

searched out; searching out; searches out

: to find (someone or something) by carefully looking

She searched out the needed information.

Examples of search out in a Sentence

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No control or restraint In the mixed state of sleep and wakefulness that is sleep eating, the ancient brain takes over, searching out foods that might satisfy the body’s need for gratification. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 8 July 2024

The 19-year-old, UConn’s second one-and-done, will go from tossing alley-oop passes to Donovan Clingan to now searching out 7-foot-4 phenom Victor Wembanyama, the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year. —Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 29 June 2024

Start searching out other job opportunities that may pay better. —Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 24 June 2024

Watch the boats arrive at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, learn about the island’s history from a Gullah Heritage Trail Tours guide, search out dolphins with Dolphin Discoveries Nature Tours, or pick up fresh seafood at Hilton Head Farmers Market. —Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2024