search party
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of search party
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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Some of those volunteers had joined the search party after seeing videos posted by a local filmmaker who was closely following the case, the ABC reported.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
The search party has been focusing on a route heading down the mountain after spotting a light there, but the dense area makes it hard for infrared cameras to detect any signs of movement.
From BBC • May 11, 2025
She didn’t need to explain any further to other “Frenchie” lovers who joined in her search and became Havoc’s search party.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2025
Foote has yet to be located in a case that has riveted the community of 1,500 people, which has organized another search party to look for him this weekend.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2024
Someone stepped quietly into the elevator, looking back at the search party in bemusement.
From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld
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