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Recent Examples of Synonyms for searching (for)
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The ballroom was blocked in March by a federal judge in a case brought by historic preservationists seeking to stop its construction.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
18 May 2026 -
Musk was seeking hundreds of billions of dollars in damages from the defendants, including Microsoft, a partner of OpenAI.—
Molly Parks,
The Washington Examiner,
18 May 2026
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But parenthood offers you this opportunity to burn your entire life down in sacrifice to finding out what’s real.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Griffin recalls the moment Ahead of his debut, Griffin met with reporters to discuss his career up to this point, the Pittsburgh Pirates organization, and finding out he was getting promoted to the Big Leagues.—
Patrick Damp,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Rather than hunting for a carbon copy of perfection, smart leaders focus on the fundamental interplay that these successful organizations manage so well.—
Jane Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Spaces range from glorified game rooms, sports bars, speakeasies and hunting lodges to poker dens, studios and places to showcase career or travel highlights.—
Marni Jameson,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2026
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The stadium organist, Dwayne Hilton, played accompanying music and got everyone involved.—
Warren Mayes,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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The stadium organist, Dwayne Hilton, played accompanying music and got everyone involved.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 May 2026
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At the request of the DA’s office, this week investigators with the FBI and local law enforcement agencies have been digging up the backyard at the home where Noel lived with his family in the 3700 block of Wisteria Drive in Everman.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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State and federal investigators returned Tuesday to a North Texas home at the center of the disappearance of a 6-year-old boy, digging up parts of the backyard as authorities pursue new leads in a case that has gripped the community for years.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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The goal seemed to be to allow as many fans as possible to have a close view of the singer, and Styles easily covered several miles walking, dancing or running down the walkways.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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Instead of running down the first-base line, Altuve appeared to grab his left side and began to walk toward the dugout.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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Not to mention scaring up plenty of customers.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
27 Oct. 2025
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While the Cowboys and Chiefs have gone about their usual business of scaring up impressions, last year’s ratings champs have yet to really pounce on the Nielsen dials.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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What’s clear in hearing Tuch talk is that the decision isn’t going to be solely about money.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The 911 caller also reported hearing gunshots, leading to a large police response out of caution.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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“Searching (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/searching%20%28for%29. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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