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find

[faɪnd]

find Definition

  • 1to discover or locate something that was previously lost or unknown
  • 2to come across by chance or after searching
  • 3to determine or decide after consideration

Using find: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "find" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I can't find my keys anywhere.

  • Example

    She found a dollar on the sidewalk.

  • Example

    After much research, they found the answer to the problem.

  • Example

    I find it hard to believe that he would do such a thing.

find Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for find

Idioms Using find

  • find one's way

    to navigate or figure out how to get to a destination or achieve a goal

    Example

    With a map and some determination, we eventually found our way to the top of the mountain.

  • to make time for something despite being busy or having a lot of responsibilities

    Example

    Even though she works full-time and has kids, she always finds the time to exercise.

  • to criticize or complain about something, often in a way that is not fair or reasonable

    Example

    He always finds fault with everything I do.

Phrases with find

  • to criticize or complain about something, often in a way that is not fair or reasonable

    Example

    He always finds fault with everything I do.

  • to discover one's true identity or purpose in life

    Example

    After traveling the world, she finally found herself and her passion for photography.

  • find one's feet

    to become familiar with a new situation or environment

    Example

    It took me a few weeks to find my feet in the new job.

Origins of find

from Old English 'findan'

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Summary: find in Brief

The verb 'find' [faɪnd] means to discover or locate something that was previously lost or unknown, to come across by chance or after searching, or to determine or decide after consideration. It can be used in phrases like 'find fault' or 'find oneself,' and idioms like 'find one's way' or 'find the time.'

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