1
as in to pursue
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 to request
to make a request for
came seeking financial advice
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3
as in to try
to make an effort to do
seek to find the best solution
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Recent Examples of seek
Trump’s action has been denounced by environmental groups which have long sought to enhance river flows for salmon and other species, with tacit support from Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration.
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Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The Eagles are seeking just the second title of their storied franchise.
—Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2025
In the years following Hamas’ rise, Israel sought to deter attacks emanating from Gaza.
—Jane Harman, TIME, 9 Feb. 2025
The Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl, seeking Sunday in New Orleans to become the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive championships.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2025
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Dan Walters, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The Eagles are seeking just the second title of their storied franchise.
—Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 9 Feb. 2025
In the years following Hamas’ rise, Israel sought to deter attacks emanating from Gaza.
—Jane Harman, TIME, 9 Feb. 2025
The Chiefs are back in the Super Bowl, seeking Sunday in New Orleans to become the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive championships.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 9 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seek
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Donald Trump certainly was elected to the presidency based on a commitment to reduce the size of the federal government and all the reasons listed above mean that relatively generous buyouts make better sense for an administration pursuing that aim than firing folks.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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That would be the quiet young man sitting opposite me in a pub in Stockport while the Liverpool vice-captain wrestles with the dilemma of whether to leave for Real Madrid to pursue his dream of winning the Ballon d’Or.—
Oliver Kay,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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Police said the suspect, later identified as Onyx Calderon, showed up at the store on Jan. 29 and requested to see the rare bird, so the owner brought the parrot out in a smaller cage for his viewing purposes.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
18 Feb. 2025
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Now the homeowner is requesting permission from the local council, to rezone the historic property as three houses and a cottage.—
Madeline Fitzgerald,
Quartz,
18 Feb. 2025
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Chip company calls allegations 'lurid' How the developer trying to buy TikTok will reshape north Phoenix near TSMC What does the typical house cost in metro Phoenix cities?—
Catherine Reagor,
The Arizona Republic,
16 Feb. 2025
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The Padres are trying to win their first World Series trophy.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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Halle explores the push-and-pull dynamic of a relationship where love, frustration, and desire all blend.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
18 Feb. 2025
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That said, his blocking work has left a lot to be desired over the course of his career.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Feb. 2025
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In the case filed by four states in Seattle, U.S. District Judge John C. Coughenour said the Trump administration was attempting to ignore the Constitution, with the president trying to change it with an executive order.—
MICHAEL CASEY AND MIKE CATALINI THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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In 2019, a few supported Trump by publicly describing Greenland’s strategic importance — and reminding that the U.S. twice attempted to purchase Greenland from Denmark.—
Ryan P. Burke,
Orlando Sentinel,
14 Feb. 2025
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Simply put, the Court requires more concrete confirmation that Mr. Tiger has suffered an injury—or is at imminent and substantial risk of suffering an illness—likely caused by exposure to lead.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
11 Feb. 2025
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California has building codes that require that for new homes being built in wildfire-prone areas, but even some retrofits of existing homes can be affordable.—
Lauren Sommer,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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While its commitment is to always strive to do the right thing, in the right way, the company acknowledges that mistakes can happen.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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Unfortunate, because striving to win has always been the point.—
Jerry McDonald,
The Mercury News,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Seek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seek. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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