
Rummage
Active Searching
Implies active, often hasty or cluttered search, not a methodical one.
He rummaged through the attic for the photo album.
Hidden Objects
Usually suggests that the object being looked for is not easily visible or accessible.
She rummaged in her purse for her missing earring.
Urgency
Often conveys a sense of urgency or frustration in the searcher.
I rummaged around my desk for my lost ticket.
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