hunt methodically
[/hʌnt məˈθɒdɪkli/]
verb phrase
caçar metodicamente
1. to search for or pursue something or someone in a systematic, organized, and planned manner
The detective hunted methodically through the evidence to find the culprit.
O detetive caçava metodicamente através das evidências para encontrar o culpado.
2. to engage in the pursuit of game or prey using a careful, step-by-step approach
The researchers hunted methodically for the rare species in the forest.
Os pesquisadores caçavam metodicamente pela espécie rara na floresta.
This phrase is commonly used in investigative contexts in both American and Brazilian cultures, particularly in criminal investigations, academic research, and detective work. The emphasis on 'methodical' reflects a cultural value placed on systematic, organized approaches to problem-solving in professional environments.
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