100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "scouring"

Definition

"Scouring" as a common noun refers to the act of cleaning or rubbing something vigorously to remove dirt or impurities. It can also refer to a thorough search or examination of a place or situation.

Synonyms

• Scrubbing
• Cleaning
• Rubbing
• Searching
• Examining
• Inspecting
• Sifting
• Ransacking

Antonyms

• Dirtiness
• Neglect
• Disinterest
• Ignoring
• Overlooking

Examples

1. She was scouring the kitchen for any signs of leftover food.
2. The detective spent hours scouring the crime scene for clues.
3. He was scouring the internet for the best deals on electronics.
4. After the party, they started scouring the house to find lost items.
5. The team is scouring the database for any missing records.
6. I could hear her scouring the pots and pans in the sink.
7. The archaeologists were scouring the site for ancient artifacts.
8. He is scouring his memory for the details of that day.
9. She was scouring the shelves for a book she wanted to read.
10. The volunteers were scouring the beach to collect trash.
11. The cat was scouring the backyard for any signs of mice.
12. They spent the afternoon scouring the city for hidden gems.
13. The teacher was scouring through the essays to find the best one.
14. We are scouring the market for fresh produce.
15. He was scouring his closet for something to wear to the event.
16. She spent the weekend scouring thrift stores for vintage clothes.
17. The journalist was scouring through public records for the story.
18. The parents were scouring the playground for their lost child.
19. He was scouring the web for information on the new project.
20. The coach was scouring the field for talented players.
21. She was scouring the recipe book for dinner ideas.
22. The team is scouring the surrounding area for survivors.
23. They were scouring the ocean floor for treasure.
24. He was scouring the neighborhood for signs of the lost dog.
25. She was scouring her notes before the exam.
26. The librarian was scouring the archives for old manuscripts.
27. They were scouring the mountains for the best hiking trails.
28. The chef was scouring the market for the freshest ingredients.
29. The soldiers were scouring the terrain for enemy positions.
30. She was scouring the internet for travel tips.
31. The curator was scouring the gallery for new pieces to display.
32. He was scouring his mind for the right words to say.
33. The student was scouring the library for research materials.
34. The team was scouring the area after the storm for damage.
35. She was scouring through old photos for a project.
36. The mechanics were scouring the engine for issues.
37. He was scouring the city for a good restaurant.
38. They were scouring the archives for historical documents.
39. She was scouring her memory for the face of the stranger.
40. The parents were scouring the school for information on the event.
41. He was scouring the landscape for wildlife.
42. The researchers were scouring the data for trends.
43. She was scouring the floor for dropped items.
44. The police were scouring the area for witnesses.
45. He was scouring the bookshelf for a specific title.
46. The students were scouring their notes before the test.
47. She was scouring the garden for ripe vegetables.
48. The treasure hunters were scouring the beach for gold coins.
49. He was scouring the newspaper for job listings.
50. The team was scouring the records for discrepancies.
51. She was scouring the internet for the best travel deals.
52. The coach was scouring the roster for potential substitutes.
53. They were scouring the park for hidden caches.
54. He was scouring the city for a new apartment.
55. The volunteers were scouring the area for litter.
56. She was scouring the files for important documents.
57. The artist was scouring the streets for inspiration.
58. He was scouring the archives for rare books.
59. The team was scouring the report for errors.
60. She was scouring the mall for sales.
61. They were scouring the menu for vegetarian options.
62. He was scouring the beach for seashells.
63. The librarian was scouring the catalog for missing titles.
64. She was scouring the yard for weeds.
65. The researchers were scouring the literature for relevant studies.
66. He was scouring the web for tutorials.
67. They were scouring the listings for rental properties.
68. She was scouring the park for a good picnic spot.
69. The detective was scouring the evidence for leads.
70. He was scouring the internet for car reviews.
71. The family was scouring the town for the best ice cream shop.
72. She was scouring her mind for memories of childhood.
73. The chef was scouring his pantry for ingredients.
74. The interns were scouring the files for data.
75. He was scouring the web for software updates.
76. They were scouring the area for historical landmarks.
77. She was scouring the records for past sales figures.
78. The professor was scouring the journals for recent articles.
79. He was scouring the field for signs of wildlife.
80. The volunteers were scouring the building for supplies.
81. She was scouring her closet for winter clothes.
82. The team was scouring the site for safety hazards.
83. He was scouring the landscape for a suitable camping spot.
84. They were scouring the documents for legal issues.
85. She was scouring her email for important messages.
86. The team was scouring the internet for research resources.
87. He was scouring the mountains for a good view.
88. The company was scouring the market for new products.
89. She was scouring the fabric store for the right material.
90. The investigator was scouring the files for evidence.
91. He was scouring the menu for gluten-free options.
92. They were scouring the neighborhood for lost pets.
93. She was scouring the field for wildflowers.
94. The designer was scouring the store for inspiration.
95. He was scouring the docs for missing information.
96. The team was scouring the city for sponsorship opportunities.
97. She was scouring the beach for interesting rocks.
98. The editor was scouring the manuscript for errors.
99. He was scouring the internet for fashion trends.
100. They were scouring the warehouse for supplies.