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searching adjective

adjective
/ˈsɜː(r)tʃɪŋ/
1

intending to find out the truth about someone or something in a determined way

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searching questions

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a searching article/inquiry

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2

a searching glance or gaze seems to be looking at you very carefully to try to find out what you are thinking or feeling

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