English

search

sɝt͡ʃ
Meaning: an attempt to find something
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

The police conducted a thorough search of the area.
The police conducted a thorough search of the area.
Many people are moving from rural areas to urban centers in search of better jobs.
Many people are moving from rural areas to urban centers in search of better jobs.
They conducted a systematic search of the entire building.
They conducted a systematic search of the entire building.
After a long search, they settled for a smaller apartment.
After a long search, they settled for a smaller apartment.
Reindeer migrate across the frozen tundra in search of food.
Reindeer migrate across the frozen tundra in search of food.

Usage Notes

Commonly used to describe a systematic effort to locate a person, object, or information.

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