Zoeken
to seek
01
zoeken, opsporen
to try to find a particular thing or person
Transitive: to seek sth
Example
Students often seek information in the library for their research projects.
Right now, the search and rescue team is actively seeking survivors in the disaster area.
Last week, the explorer sought ancient artifacts in the remote jungle.
02
zoeken, streven
to try to get or achieve something
Transitive: to seek something abstract
Example
The team sought victory in the final match of the tournament.
She sought approval from her parents before making the decision.
He sought peace of mind by meditating every morning.
03
zoeken, streven naar
to make an effort to achieve or obtain something
Transitive: to seek to do sth
Example
They sought to solve the problem by brainstorming solutions.
He sought to make a difference in the community by volunteering.
She sought to reach the top of her profession by gaining experience.
04
zoeken, verzoeken
to request for information
Transitive: to seek information
Example
The reporter sought details from witnesses about the incident.
He sought information about the upcoming event at the front desk.
She sought directions to the nearest gas station from a local resident.
05
zoeken, gaan naar
to travel or go to a specific place
Transitive: to seek a place
Old useExample
The hikers sought the highest peak for the most scenic view.
The tourists sought the famous landmark.
The volunteers sought the nearest shelter to deliver the supplies.
01
spoorzoeken, beweging van de lees-/schrijfkop
the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk
Voorbeeld
Students often seek information in the library for their research projects.
Right now, the search and rescue team is actively seeking survivors in the disaster area.
Last week, the explorer sought ancient artifacts in the remote jungle.
The detective regularly seeks clues to solve complex cases.
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