as in pursued
to go in search of
went foraging for change for the parking meter
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His administration also introduced stricter measures curtailing the participation of members who pursued gender-affirming medical treatments or changed their names, pronouns, or dress, a decision that drew criticism for marginalizing transgender members.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Sep. 2025 -
The former pop-rock band members have all grown up, pursued solo careers and embraced being dads along the way.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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The Idaho Legislature has sought to address the issue with a number of anti-swatting bills in recent years.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Sep. 2025
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Echoing childhood memories Like many other people who sought safety in the United States, Davis, California, resident Griselda Gonzalez said watching federal troops patrolling Los Angeles conjured up painful childhood memories.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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The 22-year-old, born in Muskegon, Michigan, was looked up to by younger kids in his family.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
24 Sep. 2025
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Percy looked up at the camera, shyly posing with his new look.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Sep. 2025
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“Foraged (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foraged%20%28for%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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