search deliberately
[/sɜːrtʃ dɪˈlɪbərətli/]
verb phrase
procurar deliberadamente
1. to look for something in a careful, intentional, and methodical way with a specific purpose or goal in mind
The detective searched deliberately through the crime scene for evidence.
O detetive procurou deliberadamente pela cena do crime buscando evidências.
2. to examine or investigate something thoroughly and with conscious intent
She searched deliberately through the documents to find the missing contract.
Ela procurou deliberadamente pelos documentos para encontrar o contrato desaparecido.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, this phrase is commonly used in detective work, academic research, and legal proceedings. In Brazil, 'procurar deliberadamente' is often used in formal contexts like police reports and judicial investigations, while colloquial usage might employ 'procurar com cuidado' or 'procurar direitinho'.
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