Synonyms of comb

comb

verb

as in to search

to look through (as a place) carefully or thoroughly in an effort to find or discover something

combed the library for the missing book

Synonyms & Similar Words

• search
• rake
• find
• scan
• rifle
• dredge
• scour
• locate
• survey
• examine
• explore
• investigate
• inspect
• rummage
• hunt (through)
• troll
• dig (through)
• ransack
• sort (through)
• discover
• check (out)
• scrutinize
• review
• find out
• learn
• ascertain
• determine
• detect
• shake down
• run down
• track (down)
• hit (on or upon)
• probe
• audit
• get
• look over
• pat down
• study
• frisk
• poke (around)
• ferret (out)
• prospect
• glance (over)
• peruse
• snoop
• browse
• scare up
• descry
• grub (about)
• skirmish

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hide
• lose
• abandon
• ignore
• neglect

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of comb

The set is Oeko-Tex certified and made from 200 thread-count,yarn-dyed combed cotton percale. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 Aug. 2026

The Renegauge is a relatively heavy gas gun with a cushy stock that comes with adjustments for length of pull and comb height so the shooter can fit the gun to them. — Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 12 Aug. 2026

Hiring a researcher, Rice began investigating, speaking with people from McDonnell’s past and combing through archival records. — Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 11 Aug. 2026

Videos and photos emerged from Colombia showing first responders combing through rubble and debris, looking for any signs of life. — Greg Norman-Diamond, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026