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skirrs

verb

present tense third-person singular of skirr
as in explores
to go into or range over for purposes of discovery the film company will soon skirr the area looking for locations

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  1. explores
  2. searches
  3. prospects
Verb
  • Along the way, the film also explores the romantic lives of the brothers.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 20 Sep. 2026
  • In ‘American Hostage,’ Jon Hamm explores why those who feel voiceless turn to violence.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of explores
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  • Some of it should come from the minor leagues, as the team searches for upgrades in important areas.
    — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The defense attorney argued that theory was inconsistent with the evidence, pointing to Apple Maps searches prosecutors highlighted during the trial.
    — Lorraine Taylor , Bryan Llenas, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of searches
Verb
  • Bringing in a new centre-back would mean Cancelo and Martin could be the first-team left-backs, supported by La Masia prospects Xavi Espart, 19, and Jordi Pesquer, 17.
    — Andy Naylor, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Included in the roster of G League and international talent are former Heat players Orlando Robinson and Cole Swider, as well as former Heat camp prospects DeJon Jareau and James Nunnally.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of prospects
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“Skirrs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skirrs. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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