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Venturing minds: dissecting "explore" and "seek"

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper 02/10/2024, 21:21
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Explore and seek. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "explore" and "seek" involve the pursuit of knowledge or information.

What is different?

"Explore" suggests investigation or examination in a broad or detailed manner, often without a specific goal. "Seek" implies searching for something specific or determined.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for explore) and seek

Examples of usage

Explore
  • They decided to explore the new city to find interesting places.
  • Scientists explore the ocean depths to learn about marine life.
Seek
  • She seeks advice from her mentor before making decisions.
  • He is seeking a new job that aligns with his skills.

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