# sought

Pronunciation: say "SAWT" US /sɔt/, UK /sɔːt/

## Verb

1. Simple past and past participle of seek. — simple past and past participle of seek
   - Simple: Simple past and past participle of seek. Use this form for looking for something in the past.
   - _The committee sought advice from outside experts before reaching a decision._
   - _Displaced families have long sought safety beyond the border._

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