To make a deliberate and determined effort to find a specific person or thing.
To go and find someone or something on purpose because you really want or need them.
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
To deliberately search for and find a specific person, especially to speak with them or use their skills.
"She sought out the best cardiologist in the city after her diagnosis."
I sought him out because I had heard he was the finest teacher of his generation.
To actively look for and find an opportunity, experience, or piece of information.
"Travellers who seek out authentic local food rarely end up eating at tourist traps."
We must seek out new ways to engage young voters.
Implies purposeful, active searching. Often used when the target is hard to find or requires special effort. Common in both spoken and written English.
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