1
as in pursuing
to go in search of
Henry Hudson was set adrift by mutinous crewmen while seeking the Northwest Passage to the Pacific Ocean
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2
as in requesting
to make a request for
came seeking financial advice
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3
as in trying
to make an effort to do
seek to find the best solution
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Recent Examples of seeking
Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Sports networks avoid showing streakers and other attention-seeking, game-interrupting stunts.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Therapists typically encourage clients with OCD to avoid reassurance-seeking.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
The appeal of cabochon floors lies in their timeless design and simple coloring, which evoke a sense of both history and agelessness—an installation that is eye-catching but not attention-seeking.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2025
The two long shared a love of thrill seeking, especially going to car races together.
—Julie Tremaine, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The report, co-authored by Ehrenfeld, underscores the severe mental health treatment gaps of physicians, the culture of fear and stigma that deters help-seeking, and the profound consequences for physicians.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Alluding to a preposterously famous classic in the midst of one’s own attempt smacks of status-seeking at the expense of a child’s (or a husband’s) suspension of disbelief.
—Sloane Crosley, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Upfront sales are not the equivalent of annual revenue, but often represent an indicator of Madison Avenue’s interest in the property seeking sponsorships.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025
ProPublica, 4 Sep. 2025
On Wednesday night, the president asked the Supreme Court to quickly accept and rule on an appeal seeking to overturn the lower court decision.
—Jenni Reid,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
By positioning advanced warships and long-range aircraft near Venezuelan waters, Washington is seeking to demonstrate both tactical capability and political resolve.
—Amir Daftari
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Due to the quality at which Juno is operating, today, planetary scientists are seeking a further 3 year extension of Juno, leaving only a tiny gap during which Jupiter will be devoid of having an operational scientific spacecraft orbiting it.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
The research also holds important implications for various theoretical models seeking to explain the formation of cosmic structures.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
Mercor says it’s made inroads with the top AI labs seeking model trainers, including OpenAI.
—Richard Nieva, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Travelers seeking to explore west Texas this fall will need to consider options other than Delta Airlines.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
Whether handling auto collisions, trucking accidents, traumatic injuries, or property damage claims, the firm stands as an advocate for individuals seeking justice, recovery, and peace of mind.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
Set boundaries when job seeking.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Sports networks avoid showing streakers and other attention-seeking, game-interrupting stunts.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025
Therapists typically encourage clients with OCD to avoid reassurance-seeking.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
The appeal of cabochon floors lies in their timeless design and simple coloring, which evoke a sense of both history and agelessness—an installation that is eye-catching but not attention-seeking.
—Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2025
The two long shared a love of thrill seeking, especially going to car races together.
—Julie Tremaine, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The report, co-authored by Ehrenfeld, underscores the severe mental health treatment gaps of physicians, the culture of fear and stigma that deters help-seeking, and the profound consequences for physicians.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Alluding to a preposterously famous classic in the midst of one’s own attempt smacks of status-seeking at the expense of a child’s (or a husband’s) suspension of disbelief.
—Sloane Crosley, New Yorker, 25 Aug. 2025
Upfront sales are not the equivalent of annual revenue, but often represent an indicator of Madison Avenue’s interest in the property seeking sponsorships.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
In their permit applications, companies cite this reality, often listing financial considerations as the reason for seeking exemptions, Oilfield Witness found.
—ProPublica, 4 Sep. 2025
On Wednesday night, the president asked the Supreme Court to quickly accept and rule on an appeal seeking to overturn the lower court decision.
—Jenni Reid,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2025
By positioning advanced warships and long-range aircraft near Venezuelan waters, Washington is seeking to demonstrate both tactical capability and political resolve.
—Amir Daftari
john Feng, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Due to the quality at which Juno is operating, today, planetary scientists are seeking a further 3 year extension of Juno, leaving only a tiny gap during which Jupiter will be devoid of having an operational scientific spacecraft orbiting it.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 3 Sep. 2025
The research also holds important implications for various theoretical models seeking to explain the formation of cosmic structures.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2025
Mercor says it’s made inroads with the top AI labs seeking model trainers, including OpenAI.
—Richard Nieva, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Travelers seeking to explore west Texas this fall will need to consider options other than Delta Airlines.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2025
Whether handling auto collisions, trucking accidents, traumatic injuries, or property damage claims, the firm stands as an advocate for individuals seeking justice, recovery, and peace of mind.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeking
Verb
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But Stander and other preservationists are pursuing other avenues and got a boost last month.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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Here, Fallon supports veterans pursuing entrepreneurship through acquisition at precisely the moment a generation of owners is retiring.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Village officials didn’t respond to calls or emails requesting comment.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Those include making people verify old account information when requesting a change and requiring comptroller office staff to speak with a vendor’s representative on the phone to finalize an account change.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Hit Man Based on an outrageous true story, Richard Linklater's 2024 action rom-com sees Glen Powell donning the many disguises of Gary Johnson, a New Orleans Police Department contractor who poses as a hitman to arrest those trying to hire him.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Panouses regularly fields inquiries from investors, scammers and people in need, all trying to reach his clients.—
Safiyah Riddle,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In the search for good ideas, Miami-Dade will award $100,000 each to three startups that are developing technology to divert waste from landfills and improve public sustainability engagement.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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When enabled, the feature allows Google to collect your search and activity history and provide personalized search results and ads.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After all, who can’t relate to someone desiring a simple vacation with their family only to have work issues get in the way?—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Aug. 2025
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Buyers desiring a teapot that naturally regulates temperature should seek a pot made of heavy metal pot rather than glass.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The video shows workers at the Hyundai plant in Ellabell, Georgia, being detained after attempting to flee during Thursday’s raid.—
Caroll Alvarado,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Crews are attempting to contain the fire on its active edge in the Long Meadow area.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The occasion is an event held by the Women’s Coaching Alliance, a group striving to diversify football staffs.—
Seth Wickersham,
The Atlantic,
8 Sep. 2025
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Drown is now striving to be able to flip sleeping clients without waking them up.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Seeking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seeking. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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