seek from

seek (something) from (someone or something)

To endeavor to obtain something from some person, group, organization, office, etc., especially in a formal or official capacity. Often used in passive constructions. I sought assurances from the team that the project would be completed on schedule. You'll have to seek approval from the board of directors.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

seek something from someone or something

to pursue something from someone or something. We will seek an injunction from the judge. My lawyer sought an injunction from the court to try to stop the building project.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • seek (something) from (someone or something)
  • search after
  • (there's) no show without Punch
  • the rules of the game
  • jack it in
  • pack it in, to
  • pull for
  • pull for (someone or something)
  • root for
  • root for (someone or something)
References in classic literature
Take now one look at your little friend, and then go forth to seek from the Air Spirits your second gift."