sought out
Example Sentences
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The financial pressures were particularly pronounced among lower-income households, who became more discerning with their spending and sought out more value, which contributed to slower trends as the quarter progressed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
All the contracts extend the terms to four years instead of three years, which studios had sought out.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
While its chief executive, John Browne, was rebranding his company as Beyond Petroleum, BP sought out researchers who were already thinking about how to address climate change without replacing fossil fuels.
From Salon ● Jun. 26, 2026
Other fans sought out the BBC Introducing Stage to shelter in the shade and listen to emerging acts like Lanarkshire quintet Tanzana and their moody, atmospheric rock.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
Fortunately, William was an early believer in the value of a diverse workforce, and he sought out talent wherever he could find it.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
