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noun

Definition of huntnext
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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verb

ˈhənt How to pronounce hunt (audio)
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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2
as in to pursue
to go in search of I spent all afternoon hunting a job for the summer

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3
as in to search
to go into or range over for purposes of discovery a bag lady hunts the neighborhood for returnable bottles

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Recent Examples of hunt
Noun
The toy switches between these functions to mimic a real-life hunt, and the rope attached to the ball only amplifies the fun of the chase. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026 Located in the heart of Virginia hunt country, The Salamander Resort is a luxury property with an equestrian center, riding ring, and miles of countryside trails. — Katie Riley, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026
Verb
The Michelin Guide to New York describes them for the bargain-hunting foreign tourists of the Nineties in virtually archeological terms. — Robert Stone, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026 In that case, even active feeding areas may be impossible to hunt. — Jim Zumbo, Outdoor Life, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hunt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hunt
  1. search
  2. chase
  3. pursue
  4. explore
  5. stalk
  6. seek
Noun
  • Prospective clients should ask whether a reputation firm monitors these responses and how AI search fits into its broader approach.
    — Scott Keever, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The bodies of six passengers and 108 people were rescued Sunday by search teams, which increased to 655 personnel on Monday, said National Search and Rescue Agency chief Mohammad Syafii.
    — IMAN SATRIA, Arkansas Online, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of search
Verb
  • In the here and now, Kuss is still chasing a stage win at the ongoing Vuelta, a task made more difficult by his presence in the podium fight until midway through the second week.
    — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Five weeks ago, in a two-minute drill during practice, Mahomes scrambled on fourth down but couldn’t evade a 300-pound rookie defensive tackle chasing after him.
    — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of chase
Verb
  • Record signing Luka Vuskovic is setting a high bar in the Premier League for Brighton & Hove Albion’s 10 other summer transfer window signings to pursue.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Pancho’s brothers pursued their own leads, at one point visiting a local leader of organized crime.
    — Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of pursue
Verb
  • Most travelers get out and explore the destinations, and there are often free transfers in ports and complimentary tours to keep them busy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Elsewhere, dining ranges from casual beachside fare and an award-winning bar serving signature cocktails to the Agave Study, where guests can explore the spirit’s provenance, production, and distinct character.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of explore
Verb
  • The South Korean government has launched an app which allows victims of stalking offences to be notified if their stalker comes within range.
    — Will Barker, TheWeek, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The Sacramento woman was killed last Tuesday by a man who had stalked her for months, according to authorities.
    — Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of stalk
Verb
  • The split also means immigrants in some parts of the country are getting bail hearings while those in other places, including Texas and Louisiana, face additional hurdles to seek release.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Sep. 2026
  • According to the document’s timeline, NASA seeks a groundbreaking for a permanent campus no later than next year, the first class to be enrolled and begin studies in temporary facilities in 2028, and a transition to a permanent campus in 2031.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
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“Hunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hunt. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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