No. 12,253 in Russian
искали
"Искали" means "were looking for" or "searched" in English.
In a sentence
Мы долго искали ключи под диваном.
We searched for the keys under the sofa for a long time.
In this context, 'искали' refers to the act of searching or seeking for something in a specific location.
Друзья искали место для пикника в лесу.
The friends were looking for a spot for a picnic in the forest.
Here, 'искали' describes the process of finding a suitable location or spot for an activity.
Она искала ответ на сложный вопрос.
She was searching for the answer to a difficult question.
In this sentence, 'искала' (past tense, singular feminine form of 'искали') indicates the act of mentally seeking or pondering to find a solution or answer.
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