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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Rosie Lee Hooks, director of WTACC, told the Los Angeles Times that the project had been long awaited, and was sought out to counter decades of disinvestment following the 1965 Watts uprising. News Desk, Artforum, 30 July 2026 The United States is home to an array of underrated gems offering a similarly relaxed ambiance and romantic aesthetic people seek out in their European getaways. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 29 July 2026 Frustration isn't something most of us seek out for our children. Dana Suskind, Md, CNBC, 29 July 2026 High achievers seek out new opportunities, consistently deliver strong results and earn the trust of their superiors. Kim Meninger, Forbes.com, 29 July 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 2 Aug. 2026.

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