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

  • (..) It was dangling and when you purchased your Twix bar... ...you got a little freebie and you never bothered to ask why... ...or seek out its rightful owner. First of all, it wasn't a Twix. It was a th Avenue bar. You must think I'm pretty stupid. That's no th Avenue bar. I can see (..)
    1998 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Dealership Season: 9 Episode 11