ferreting

[US]/ˈfɛrɪtɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈfɛrɪtɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.searching for something by investigation; to search out; to rummage or search thoroughly; to hunt for rats using ferrets

Phrases & Collocations

ferreting out

ferreting around

ferreting through

ferreting for

ferreting secrets

ferreting information

ferreting details

ferreting clues

ferreting facts

ferreting out truth

Example Sentences

he spent hours ferreting through old boxes in the attic.

she was ferreting out the truth behind the rumors.

the detective was ferreting around for clues.

he enjoys ferreting out interesting facts about history.

she was ferreting through her purse for the keys.

the journalist was ferreting out information for her article.

they were ferreting around the garden looking for lost items.

he has a knack for ferreting out good deals.

ferreting through the archives revealed many hidden gems.

she was ferreting around the internet for the best recipes.

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