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

Vogue’s Favorite Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 Beauty Picks Yes, we writers and editors comb through sales and shop just like everyone else—even though there are PR-gifted products for testing along the way, too. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 18 July 2026

Stevens went on to comb through some of el Sayed’s finances, including capital gains, property sales, and other income sources. — Britta Miller, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026

Another founder, Sheridan Clayborne, built an AI agent that combs the internet for the best credit card and banking deals, netting him thousands of dollars. — Margaux MacColl, Vanity Fair, 14 July 2026

His vehicle was discovered on Middle Fork Road as rescue units combed the mountainside for the missing man. — Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026