Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for searched (for)
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Government officials in both countries have since sought to cool things down.—
Saif Hasnat Atul Loke,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2024 -
Bauman sought to divert funding Ald.—
Tom Daykin,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Clouded leopards are threatened by deforestation and poaching, as land is cleared for palm oil agriculture and they are hunted for their teeth, pelt and bones used in some traditional medicine, according to the Smithsonian.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2025
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For much of human history, humans hunted and gathered, lived in caves and worked together in small groups for survival.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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These winds will be accompanied by low relative humidity of 20 to 25 percent.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Mar. 2025
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The challenge is ensuring that this policy shift is accompanied by responsible oversight that safeguards financial integrity and individual freedoms.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Afterwards, a smaller 8-inch model of Herman comes out of bigger Herman’s body alive and well, having heard Keats’ speech.—
Skyler Trepel,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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Bystanders are heard gasping and expressing shock before the video abruptly ends.—
Charmaine Patterson,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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In 2024, more than 100,000 pounds of turkey kielbasa products were recalled after the product was discovered to have fragments of bone inside.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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Foreign objects being discovered in food is a relatively rare recall reason, with more common reasons including bacterial or viral contamination or the presence of undeclared allergens.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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By understanding where and when white sharks are most likely to be detected, researchers and policymakers can better communicate with the public about how to safely enjoy Maine’s beaches without unnecessary fear.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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When supernova in one of these galaxies is detected, researchers can refer to the baseline images.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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To analyze which nation might blink first, CNN examined China’s largest imports from the United States — soybeans — to see if and how that demand could be met elsewhere, what US farmers stand to lose and more.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN Money,
13 Apr. 2025
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Investigators also examined two exemplar helicopters, according to the statement.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Here’s how to find out The Association for the City of La Jolla is collecting petition signatures in a two-week blitz through the end of this month to try to fill the gap between the number of signatures determined to be valid and the number needed to continue its campaign for La Jolla cityhood.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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Police determined that Brown's DNA matched the DNA found on the noose, according to a forensic report issued on March 10.—
Stepheny Price,
Fox News,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Searched (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/searched%20%28for%29. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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