rummage

Example Sentences

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Jeremy rummaged through the stack of drawings where he had hidden the instruction sheet.

From Literature

I rummaged in the bottom of the basket for some plastic plates I’d remembered to pack.

From Literature

That’s why some of us eavesdrop, sneak into closets and rummage through dresser drawers in secret.

From The Wall Street Journal

“D’you know,” the man grouses, “I could file a report. I stepped out for a moment, came back, and found her rummaging through the drawers of my desk. Outrageous!”

From Literature

Luckily, it doesn’t seem like she’s expecting more of a response from me, because she goes into her closet and starts rummaging around.

From Literature