Common Meanings
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sōu搜
To search for, to look for, to collect, or to gather. It implies a systematic or thorough action of seeking something.
我们需要搜集更多数据来支持我们的研究。
We need to collect more data to support our research.
To search, inspect, or look for something thoroughly, often in the context of examination, investigation, or finding lost items.
我花了很长时间搜我的房间，才找到那本书。
I spent a long time searching my room before I found that book.