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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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He noted that one idea about why animals might seek out ethanol is that its smell helps them locate foods that are richer in sugar and thus provide more energy.

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Investigations are continuing into the club's conduct during the current season, but the EFL says it is not seeking to deduct any further points.

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The Central Council of Jews in Germany and the Jewish Claims Conference, an organization seeking compensation for Holocaust survivors, support the new system and were involved in its conception.

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“Retail demand is still clearly very healthy here, as is demand from reserve allocators seeking increased diversification,” Brown wrote in a Monday note.

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The crucial role of Synopsys in the chip industry could lead to fears that Nvidia is seeking to deprive its rivals of its services.

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

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