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Meanings of seek in English

Portuguese
procurar
Catalan
intentar
Spanish
intentar

Make an effort or attempt.

Related terms
procurar
Portuguese
buscar
Catalan
cercar
Spanish
explorar

To try to find something.

buscar
Usage of seek in English
1
Many governments seek market solutions, while companies are calling for new laws.
The Guardian
2
She said her government does not seek state control of this project.
Reuters
3
More than 10 million UK adults seek help for arthritis each year.
BBC
4
Holder said the government would seek similar elements in any future resolutions.
Reuters
5
And those who seek to follow public opinion often suffer severe consequences.
The Irish Times
6
With budget limitations, the government may seek borrowing if necessary, he said.
Reuters
7
If you're veering towards the latter situation, then seek a second opinion!
The South African
8
They should also seek bulk-billing medical services where possible, Ms Baker said.
News.com.au
9
Products that seek to decentralize that data are the best way forward.
The Guardian
10
A number of laws seek to protect children from bullying and abuse.
Ebony
11
The government continue to seek a reduction of the public wage bill.
The South African
12
By the time they seek treatment it is often far too late.
BBC
13
Kirin President Kato said his company would continue to seek acquisition opportunities.
Reuters
14
The UN meeting will seek a resolution from all members, including Russia.
The Guardian
15
The FTC said it would seek money for possible refunds for consumers.
Reuters
16
Talk to them, seek their opinion and thank them for their help.
The Irish Times
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Common
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Common
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