seek

Definition

  • verb: to search for (someone or something)
  • verb: to resort to
  • used with 'to' and an infinitive
  • synonyms: sick, solicit, beseech

Examples

  • You should 'seek' medical help immediately if you experience any chest pain or shortness of breath.

  • thrill-'seeking' travelers [=travelers who want to have very exciting/thrilling experiences]

  • They are 'seeking compensation/damages' [=they are trying to get money] for their loss.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I think I know how to get us out of here. How is it looking? May be an issue with the console. Do we have them or not? Yes. We have them. If you seek congratulations for failure, I have nothing for you. I did what you asked me to do. I shot you several times. - So did I. (..)
    2016 TvShow: 12 Monkeys Title: Lullaby Season: 2 Episode 8