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to sniff around
[phrase form: sniff]
01
to investigate or learn new or secret information about a particular thing or person
Example
The journalist began to sniff around for information about the politician 's past.
The detective decided to sniff around the crime scene for clues.
02
to try to romantically or professionally pursue someone
InformalExample
The company 's recruiters are sniffing around for top talent to join their team.
You really believe she 's sniffing around you because she 's attracted to you and not your money.
She noticed him sniffing around her friends quit often.
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例子
The journalist began to sniff around for information about the politician's past.
The detective decided to sniff around the crime scene for clues.
