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seek

Definition for seek

verb as in try, attempt

Strongest matches

offer, pursue, undertake

Strong matches

aim, assay, endeavor, essay, strive, struggle

Weak matches

aspire to, have a go at

verb as in ask, inquire

Strongest matches

request, solicit

Strong matches

beg, entreat, invite, petition, query

Weak match

find out

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Example Sentences

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Still, a comprehensive win with a significant net run-rate boost gives India the perfect start and morale boost as they seek their first World Cup win in either format.

From BBC

And he accused politicians on both the left and right of seeking to turn this "proud, self-reliant country into a competition of victims".

From BBC

She also did not mention her recounting of reaching out to Gov. Gavin Newsom after Biden decided not to seek reelection, and him not responding to her beyond saying he was out hikinG.

They have also been warned to seek higher ground if water enters their homes.

From BBC

I’ve even joked to my boyfriend, Stephen, about starting a matchmaking service—not for romance, but for people seeking a like-minded friend to share tapas, dim sum or a Chili’s Triple Dipper.

From Salon

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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