on the hunt

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The police are still on the hunt for the escaped convicts.

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As traditional linear media falters (Comcast is now looking at a spinoff of its cable networks) and streaming is still on the hunt for significant profits, theme parks instead boomed post pandemic with floods of guests and became a focus for Wall Street. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024 Nearly 20 teams from Major League Soccer are on the hunt for the coveted MLS Cup, including Inter Miami CF, Columbus Crew, Los Angeles FC, Real Salt Lake and others. Rudie Obias, Variety, 22 Oct. 2024 Just in time for the holidays, Hallmark is on the hunt for a hunk. Anne Easton, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024 Still on the hunt for a pair of loafers that meet all of your needs? Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for on the hunt 

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“On the hunt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20hunt. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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