searching
Americanadjective
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examining carefully or thoroughly.
a searching inspection.
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acutely observant or penetrating.
a searching glance; a searching mind.
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piercing or sharp.
a searching wind.
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England have been searching for a ball-carrying centre to replace the power of Manu Tuilagi since 2024 and believe Janse Van Rensburg could fill the gap.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
Voters quoted in the piece consistently say they are searching for candidates with detailed, credible plans on affordability, homelessness, and mental health rather than simply a strong brand or online presence.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
The Los Angeles Angels are the worst team in the sport, leaving Mike Trout still searching for October glory.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
It’s called different things depending on the brand—we have the Frida Accu-Dose Paci—but there’s also Dr. Brown’s Pacidose, as well as other options that are findable by searching “baby medicine pacifier.”
From Slate • May 17, 2026
Clare rushed to her side, searching her for wounds, but found nothing except silky, shimmering fur.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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