seek out

verb

sought out; seeking out; seeks out
Synonyms of seek outnext
: to search for and find (someone or something)
His parents sought out the best doctors in the field.
White blood cells seek out and destroy infections.

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This fuels excitement for her weekend hobby of seeking out a new gin martini or bolognese. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026 The service or product a company is providing should not deter an owner’s move to seek out a private equity investment. Patrick Galleher, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026 Skyscanner points to travelers seeking out global brands unavailable at home alongside local versions of familiar favorites. Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Sep. 2026 There are key witnesses who don’t appear to have been interviewed, no clear evidence of cross-examination about conflicting testimonies and no indication that the grand jury sought out records to prove witness testimony, according to the report. Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seek out

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“Seek out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seek%20out. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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