as in search
an act or process of looking carefully or thoroughly for someone or something
soon the whole family was involved in the hunt for Mom's car keys
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1
as in to chase
to seek out (game) for food or sport
Native Americans of the plains hunted buffalo for food, clothing, and shelter
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as in to pursue
to go in search of
I spent all afternoon hunting a job for the summer
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Recent Examples of hunt
Diaa Hadid, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
For those on the job hunt, this approach of focusing on the other person is equally critical.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
But that requires killing Vilgefortz (Mahesh Jadu), the seemingly unstoppable sorcerer with a nefarious plot to reshape the world who is also hunting the Cintran princess.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Those feeling the impacts include Sita, who returned home after yet another unsuccessful hunt for a new job on a recent August day.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 23 Sep. 2025
For those on the job hunt, this approach of focusing on the other person is equally critical.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
Sakir, who knows how to hunt and learned about gun safety from his godfather, knew the weapon was not allowed in school.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC news, 25 Sep. 2025
But that requires killing Vilgefortz (Mahesh Jadu), the seemingly unstoppable sorcerer with a nefarious plot to reshape the world who is also hunting the Cintran princess.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hunt
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From creating social media posts to writing stories to leading search-audience strategy — and a whole lot more — lead digital producer Chris Kuhagen has a huge impact on the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel newsroom.—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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After the vehicle was found, the sheriff’s office’s aviation unit, drone team, dive team and K-9 unit conducted a search of the area extending into the night hours, but were unable to locate Fisher.—
Jenna Sundel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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San Rafael, California — Whether battling a wildfire, chasing a suspect, or helping someone with a traumatic injury – the firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and others who take action in emergencies regularly endure high levels of stress.—
Kathleen Toner,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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Still, council member Lamont Westmoreland wondered if the danger that technology presented would be less than the danger of chasing vehicles.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Financial instability is a common issue among Miami residents, even for those pursuing job training programs to improve their situation.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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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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Here are Madsen’s five places to recommend for dining and exploring in Scripps Ranch.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
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Middle Tennessee's erosion-prone limestone and other hard bedrock have historically precluded Nashville leadership from exploring underground transportation.—
Hadley Hitson,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Sep. 2025
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That’s when the Boise Police Department began investigating Jonathan Harms, and he was arrested two days later on two felony counts of stalking in the first degree.—
Alex Brizee,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Sep. 2025
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The case, which initially appeared to be the tragic end to a stalking situation, revealed how Daniel thoroughly created a false narrative using burner phones and carefully planned digital deception, all while playing the role of a concerned husband.—
Doc Louallen,
ABC News,
26 Sep. 2025
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Many began seeking alternatives outside the traditional system, and policymakers—particularly in Republican-leaning states—intensified efforts to expand school choice programs.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Magdalene Serenity House received inquiries from 190 women seeking a safe place to heal, recover and rebuild in 2024 with 117 meeting the group's eligibility requirements, organizers say.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Hunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hunt. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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