- present participle of seek.
seeking
Example Sentences
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The transition comes as Cracker Barrel faces fierce competition from chains like Denny's and IHOP, which have been fighting to take market share among budget-conscious diners seeking classic American comfort food.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Despite the disruptions, the government introduced legislation in the lower house seeking tougher penalties for examination paper leaks.
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
In a series of new rules and laws, China is reordering the wealth landscape, seeking to better control how money leaves the country, with effects rippling beyond its borders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026
Day laborers crowded around notepads during the discussions, encouraged to openly debate on what they need to ensure their own safety while seeking work.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
He made a vague report to Lieutenant Dana: Two suspicious strangers visited his cousin’s farm seeking medical attention.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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