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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as in trying
to make an effort to do
seek to find the best solution
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Recent Examples of seeking
Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
With interest in snow boots surging and users on platforms like TikTok seeking recommendations for weather-resistant footwear, the brand currently offers boots specifically designed for snowy and rainy weather.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
One aspect of explicit tribute-seeking by the neo-royalist clique is of course the accumulation of vast riches.
—Andreas Kluth, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Outside of the biz, the reelection-seeking and circumspect Bass has said Wasserman’s LA28 fate is ultimately up to the board.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
And that has involved not only accommodating for my daughter’s sensory sensitivities, but to also stocking up on products that help keep her safe during sensory seeking.
—Sara Rowe Mount, Parents, 3 Feb. 2026
In 1998, Platov was reportedly tired of Grishuk’s fame-seeking and dismissive attitude toward him.
—Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 3 Feb. 2026
Collins is the only one of the five seeking reelection this year.
—Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2026
George Saunders is an eminent exception to contemporary literature’s broader retreat from wisdom-seeking.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The book took on a life beyond its pages, in the hotels, cafes, spas, and beaches where legions of its readers set off seeking their own transformative journeys.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
Jack Huston plays Jewish prince Judah Ben-Hur, who is betrayed to the Romans by his adopted brother, Messala (Toby Kebbell), and sold into slavery and then returns years to Jerusalem seeking revenge.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Feb. 2026
There was no reply to a message sent to him seeking comment and Reuters was unable to locate a lawyer representing him.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
Every individual before the court — whether a victim seeking justice or a defendant seeking a fair hearing — deserves a system that works reliably.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Feb. 2026
Some Rhode Island school districts are seeking to quell parents' anxieties amid social media claims that school photo company Lifetouch has ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
—Antonia Noori Farzan, The Providence Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
Unionized nurses on strike, too, have reported getting recruitment texts from contractors seeking to backfill the staff positions.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
That show, which sees Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr travel the country seeking the most extraordinary minds, will be a big talking point at the BBC Studios Showcase in London.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
Noun
Reward-seeking becomes unbalanced and difficult to resist.
—Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
With interest in snow boots surging and users on platforms like TikTok seeking recommendations for weather-resistant footwear, the brand currently offers boots specifically designed for snowy and rainy weather.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
One aspect of explicit tribute-seeking by the neo-royalist clique is of course the accumulation of vast riches.
—Andreas Kluth, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026
Outside of the biz, the reelection-seeking and circumspect Bass has said Wasserman’s LA28 fate is ultimately up to the board.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 10 Feb. 2026
And that has involved not only accommodating for my daughter’s sensory sensitivities, but to also stocking up on products that help keep her safe during sensory seeking.
—Sara Rowe Mount, Parents, 3 Feb. 2026
In 1998, Platov was reportedly tired of Grishuk’s fame-seeking and dismissive attitude toward him.
—Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 3 Feb. 2026
Collins is the only one of the five seeking reelection this year.
—Washington Post, 2 Feb. 2026
George Saunders is an eminent exception to contemporary literature’s broader retreat from wisdom-seeking.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026
Verb
Choudri did not immediately respond to requests seeking comment.
—Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The book took on a life beyond its pages, in the hotels, cafes, spas, and beaches where legions of its readers set off seeking their own transformative journeys.
—Lilit Marcus, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
Jack Huston plays Jewish prince Judah Ben-Hur, who is betrayed to the Romans by his adopted brother, Messala (Toby Kebbell), and sold into slavery and then returns years to Jerusalem seeking revenge.
—David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Feb. 2026
There was no reply to a message sent to him seeking comment and Reuters was unable to locate a lawyer representing him.
—Reuters, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
Every individual before the court — whether a victim seeking justice or a defendant seeking a fair hearing — deserves a system that works reliably.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 Feb. 2026
Some Rhode Island school districts are seeking to quell parents' anxieties amid social media claims that school photo company Lifetouch has ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
—Antonia Noori Farzan, The Providence Journal, 16 Feb. 2026
Unionized nurses on strike, too, have reported getting recruitment texts from contractors seeking to backfill the staff positions.
—Calmatters, Mercury News, 16 Feb. 2026
That show, which sees Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr travel the country seeking the most extraordinary minds, will be a big talking point at the BBC Studios Showcase in London.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeking
Noun
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Pawtucket hockey arena shooting latest On Wednesday, the Pawtucket Police Department said that searches were conducted along with Maine State Police and the FBI at Dorgan's apartment and work locker in Bath, Maine and also at a storage unit in Brunswick, Maine.—
Matt Schooley,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The site also contains search tools as well as a predictably gigantic source bibliography.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Since then, students pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics majors have had the chance to enroll directly in a calculus class with extra support in the form of a concurrent class.—
Tammi Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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For many student athletes in attendance, Jones’ message of finding one’s voice as a female athlete and pursuing a dream in sports deeply resonated.—
Alexandra Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Thirty-six states have laws requesting or requiring voters to show some form of ID at the polls, according to a 2025 report from the National Conference of State Legislatures.—
Josh Kelly,
Oklahoman,
16 Feb. 2026
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The measure aims to increase transparency and accountability, and comes after the Baltimore County Council passed a resolution last year requesting the authority to expand the inspector general's jurisdiction.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Coach Rick Hirtensteiner said Young dealt with the pressure by just trying to have fun, and Sheffer, playing with his younger brother, Ryan, a starting shortstop, appeared to do just that Wednesday.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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At the forefront of having our backs through this whole process and trying to do the right thing was Bruce and Matt.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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The progression of limerence can be understood as a shift from desiring another person to becoming addicted to them.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Keïta and his studio fostered the embellishment of style and persona, the pleasure and play of fashioning a look and of desiring to be looked at.—
Zoë Hopkins,
New Yorker,
7 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Though authorities were attempting to restore order, the images and headlines deepened public scrutiny and mistrust.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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Avoid attempting to walk to safety.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
15 Feb. 2026
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There are filmmakers in Hollywood now, working under the same conditions — bloody conflict abroad, corruption in politics, monolithic mainstream entertainment — and striving for a similar freedom.—
Paul Fischer,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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Learning a new skill is key to staying relevant in what Jake confirmed is the rapidly evolving K-pop universe, one that is quick to react to trends and changes as the industry cranks out a steady stream of new acts, each striving to carve a unique lane to break through to global audiences.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Seeking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seeking. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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