scavenger hunt

Example Sentences

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A “death file” should contain essential documents such as birth and marriage certificates, divorce decrees, life insurance policies, and a list of financial accounts to prevent a scavenger hunt for information.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

For families, the museum provides a special guide and activities that include a scavenger hunt, try-on clothing and a selfie station.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

At the Mall on Tuesday, I felt a surge of recognition when I saw a crowd of 6-year-olds rush by clutching pencils and pads, clearly engaged in some kind of scavenger hunt.

From Slate • Aug. 13, 2025

“It’s gonna be a scavenger hunt to get this done. We’re gonna use any material we can find,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2025

It’s not the first time Dad has sent us on a summer scavenger hunt of the city, but usually it’s a little more thought out.

From "Watch Us Rise" by Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan