search after (someone or something)

search after (someone or something)

To try to locate or endeavor to obtain someone or something. We've been searching after a new HR manager, but so far the none of the candidates have been the right fit. I'm searching after a computer that can render a lot of complex 3D models.
See also: after, search
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

search after someone or something

to look for someone or something. (Perhaps over a long period of time.) We searched after a suitable candidate for weeks. I am searching after a part for my '57 Chevy.
See also: after, search
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • pull for
  • pull for (someone or something)
  • root for
  • root for (someone or something)
  • seek (something) from (someone or something)
  • seek from
  • never tire of (something)
  • never tire of doing something
  • seek professional help
  • a big send-off