FERRETED (OUT) Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

ferreted (out)

verb

past tense of ferret (out)

as in found

to come upon after searching, study, or effort the reporter ferreted out massive evidence of corruption at city hall

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The festival, which spans the beach between Santa Monica Pier and Bay Street, takes its name from the street where Allen Sides founded the Ocean Way Recording studios.

— Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026
Marchanta, which was founded by Raylin Diaz, creative director, in the Dominican Republic creates collectible sculptural objects and fragrances inspired by the cultural richness of the Caribbean.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 16 July 2026

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The idea is that whatever program Connecticut ultimately unveils, the lessons learned from the pilot will help inform RAISE US’s future work.

— P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026
While basketball was the reason for the gathering, Agbaji said life’s biggest lessons aren’t always learned on the court.

— Alexa Stone, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026

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Meanwhile, Tesla is expanding its physical footprint, preparing to open a massive 119,000 square-foot delivery hub and service center in Chatsworth, located in a former Pacific Theatres multiplex.

— Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
In addition, the finance writer said, homebuyers need to consider where a home is located.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026

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Over the years, mounds, pottery shards and other relics of Native American settlements that once dotted the swamp have been discovered.

— Drew Kann, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
Another activist discovered that the FWC had pulled his DAVID file, citing a criminal investigation.

— David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026

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