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searching

adjective

Exploring thoroughly

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Word Facts

Word length
9
Starts with
S
Ends with
G
Contains
EA
Scrabble score
15
CEFR level
A2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈsɝtʃɪŋ

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Exploring thoroughly

adjective

  1. Diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation

    “A probing inquiry”

adjective

  1. Having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect

    “Searching insights”

In context

Example Sentences

A probing inquiry
A searching investigation of their past dealings
Searching insights
Trenchant criticism

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