Pronunciation: /hʌnt/
noun an act of hunting wild animals or game
A1 I went on a hunt for Easter eggs in the park.
A2 The hunt for the missing cat lasted for days.
B1 The treasure hunt was a fun activity for the children at the party.
B2 The detective led the hunt for the serial killer across the city.
C1 The archaeological hunt for ancient artifacts unearthed a valuable discovery.
C2 The hunt for a cure for cancer continues to be a top priority for medical researchers.
verb to pursue and capture or kill for food or sport
A1 I hunt for my keys every morning before leaving the house.
A2 She hunts for bargains at the local market every weekend.
B1 The detective is hunting for clues to solve the mystery.
B2 The team of researchers is hunting for a cure for cancer.
C1 The journalist is hunting for the truth behind the government scandal.
C2 The explorer spent years hunting for the lost city in the jungle.
formal The royal family went on a hunt in the forest.
informal Let's go on a hunt for the best pizza in town.
slang I heard John is on the hunt for a new job.
figurative She's always on the hunt for new opportunities to grow her business.
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