seeking (out)

present participle of seek (out)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for seeking (out)
Verb
  • The agency, working with the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, made SAVE free to states and allowed bulk searches, as opposed to looking up one person at a time — changes that were celebrated by many voting officials.
    Miles Parks, NPR, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Things are also looking up off the field, with Denver building a $175 million headquarters that is scheduled to be completed next year.
    Justin Birnbaum, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Perhaps the most curious detail about the Wall Street Journal’s report is that Paramount Skydance would be looking to buy all of WBD and not just one half of the business.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Anogeissus bark extract helps restore a youthful-looking bounce, while nutrient-rich algae help your skin barrier feel strong and supported.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • In fiscal 2027, the figure will almost double to $32 billion, before reaching $73 billion, $114 billion and $144 billion in the subsequent three years.
    Ari Levy, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
  • There still isn’t a ton of pressure on Canales to win at a contender-level clip but not reaching at least a two-game improvement would be a massive disappointment.
    Mike Kaye September 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Sep. 2025
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“Seeking (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seeking%20%28out%29. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.

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