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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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as in to request
to make a request for
came seeking financial advice
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as in to try
to make an effort to do
seek to find the best solution
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Recent Examples of seek
Morris also sought the Tahoe’s GPS records, but the vehicle wasn’t equipped with a system.
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Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
If bitten or scratched by a wild monkey, seek medical attention immediately.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2024
Turkey is seeking to eliminate armed Kurdish militants, Israel has struck the remnants of the Syrian Arab Army’s capabilities and expanded its territorial control, while the United States has ramped up its strikes on ISIS and moved warships to the region.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
More importantly, the Nuggets are seeking help in the form of someone who is able to create offense with the ball in his hands.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
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Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
If bitten or scratched by a wild monkey, seek medical attention immediately.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2024
Turkey is seeking to eliminate armed Kurdish militants, Israel has struck the remnants of the Syrian Arab Army’s capabilities and expanded its territorial control, while the United States has ramped up its strikes on ISIS and moved warships to the region.
—Mostafa Salem, CNN, 18 Dec. 2024
More importantly, the Nuggets are seeking help in the form of someone who is able to create offense with the ball in his hands.
—Sam Amick, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
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In a small and charming village, a teenage girl passionately pursues her musical dream.Zac Ntim, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
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Honda debuts new function to pursue 'joy of driving' The new Prelude will mark the debut of Honda S+ Shift, an enhancement made to Honda's Linear Shift Control.Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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On top of this, Moody has accused Paxton of intentionally requesting a specific time for a hearing in relation to Roberson's case to wait out the clock so Roberson's testimony is never heard.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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For instance, a Gen Z employee requesting a mental health day during a high-pressure period may inadvertently cause frustration among colleagues who must take on additional work.Mark Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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Parker Solar Probe: Solar Corona Solar scientists are specifically trying to understand where the solar wind is accelerated to supersonic speeds.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The 1989 film centers on a father, Clark Griswold (played by Chevy Chase), who tries to plan the perfect Christmas for his family despite never-ending obstacles and chaos.Alex Perry, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
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However, despite Howe desiring another goalkeeper, the soundings are that is highly unlikely, even if Martin Dubravka departs.Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Hellblade 2 is one of the best-looking games of the generation, even though its lack of gameplay innovation and depth leave a lot to be desired.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The two brothers attempted to flee Massachusetts following the attack, sparking a four-day manhunt that put Boston and the surrounding areas on lockdown.Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Our tour began in earnest in the bridge-making department, where we were given the opportunity to attempt the hand-finishing techniques that Patek has perfected—perlage, anglage, circular graining, and chamfering.Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
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His work suggests that global problem-solving requires diverse perspectives and cross-cultural competencies.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Clear input guidelines and error messages are essential to help users understand what information is required and why.Forrester, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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Shelters are striving to minimize euthanasia rates by promoting adoption campaigns, spaying and neutering programs, and behavior rehabilitation.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Eggers and his go-to production designer Craig Lathrop also put a unique emphasis on building realistic worlds—their production design strives extra hard to close gaps between Eggers’s olden aesthetic and the modern audience’s perception.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Seek.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seek. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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