Definition
谋求 (móu qiú) means 'to seek or strive for' an abstract goal (e.g., position, peace) with deliberate planning and effort. It is more formal and strategic than 寻求 (xún qiú 'to seek') and less aggressive than 争取 (zhēng qǔ 'to fight for'). 谋取 (móu qǔ) is similar but often implies obtaining by scheming, sometimes with a negative connotation.
verb
to seek (an abstract goal or interest)to strive for
Examples
- 谋求。Tā zài gōngsī móu qiú gèng gāo de zhíwèi.He is seeking a higher position in the company.
- 谋求。Shuāngfāng yìzhí zài móu qiú hépíng jiějué zhège chōngtū.Both sides have been striving for a peaceful resolution to this conflict.
- 谋求。Guójiā zhījiān yào móu qiú hézuò gòngyíng.Countries should seek win-win cooperation.
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