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find

1 of 2verb
/faɪnd/
Forms:finds,finding,found,found
1

to search and discover something or someone that we have lost or do not know the location of

A1transitive
  • Did you find the remote control for the television?
  • He looked for his missing phone, but it was nowhere to be found.
  • She says that she can't find her phone anywhere, but I don't believe her.
  • They found their lost dog in the neighbor's yard.
  • We found the book we were looking for on the top shelf.
2

used to describe something that exists, grows, etc.

  • More information can be found in the user manual.
  • Potassium is found in bananas, avocados, and tomatoes.
  • The address can be found on the company's website.
  • The kiwi bird is found only in New Zealand.
  • You'll find this color scheme used throughout the interior design of the house.
3

(of things) to successfully reach someone or something

transitive
  • I hope this letter finds you and your family well.
  • The feedback found its mark and helped the writer improve the article.
  • The gift found its way to its recipient despite the mailing delay.