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ferret out

Thesaurus>to search for something>ferret out
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TO SEARCH FOR SOMETHING

The inspector general has broad powers to ferret out fraud on the state and local level.
Synonyms and examples
search
I've searched everywhere and can't find my passport.
look
She was looking in her handbag for a pen.
hunt
I've hunted all over the place but I can't find that book.
rummage
He rummaged through his pockets, looking for his keys.
comb
Police combed the area for evidence.
scour
Police scoured the countryside looking for the missing child.
ransack
Burglars had ransacked the house and stolen her jewellery.
be on the lookout
He is always on the lookout for a bargain.
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If yousearch for something, you try to find it.
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