seek closure

Frequency: 7.010.2 per million words

To try to find a sense of emotional resolution.

closureVERB + NOUN (feeling of conclusion)

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seek

Examples (10)

  • After the sudden end of their friendship, he sought closure by writing a final letter.
  • Many victims of unsolved crimes seek closure for decades.
  • She decided to meet her ex-boyfriend one last time to seek closure.
  • Seeking closure is often a crucial step in the healing process after a loss.
  • The therapist suggested that he should seek closure by forgiving his parents.
  • For years, the community has sought closure regarding the mysterious disappearance.
  • He returned to his hometown, hoping to seek closure on his past.
  • Is it always necessary to seek closure, or is it sometimes better to just move on?
  • The documentary follows a group of people who seek closure after a natural disaster.
  • Sometimes, you have to find a way to seek closure within yourself, without getting answers from others.