sought

Definition

  • past tense and past participle of 'seek'
  • synonyms: wanted

Examples

  • His parents 'sought out' the best doctors in the field.

  • The builders 'sought to make' the bridge stronger.

  • During the war, she 'sought' asylum in Spain.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) - I ask again, would this man explain the mechanics of Mr. Angier's illusion. The Real Transported Man is one of the most sought after illusions in this business. I have the right to sell it on. If I reveal the method here, the trick is worthless. How can we know (..)
    2006 The Prestige