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AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word
seek
/siːk/ Syllables: ˈseek
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
To look for or try to obtain something; to attempt to achieve.
Synonyms
search for
pursue
attempt
Antonyms
None available
Translations
seek in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
يبحث عن، يسعى إلى
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
أن تحاول العثور على شيء ما أو الحصول عليه.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
To seek means to look for or try to get something. Researchers seek answers. Students seek advice.
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Memory TipSeek, sought, sought — like a detective seeking clues by searching carefully.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
Researchers must seek ethical approval before beginning any study with human participants.
Students are encouraged to seek academic support when they encounter difficulties in their work.
The government sought to reduce inequality and continues to seek new ways to invest in deprived communities.
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