Usages of procurar
Antigamente, eu procurava o meu casaco todos os dias, porque eu era muito distraído.
In the past, I used to look for my coat every day, because I was very distracted.
O Pedro costumava descer ao porão para procurar objetos antigos.
Pedro used to go down to the basement to look for old objects.
Quando o ruído aumenta, sinto-me ainda mais incomodado e procuro conforto noutro lugar.
When the noise increases, I feel even more bothered and look for comfort elsewhere.
Procurava sossego, mas encontrei muita gente na praia hoje.
I was looking for peace, but I found many people at the beach today.
Eu procuro a sandália no quarto.
I look for the sandal in the room.
Procuro uma veterinária que trate a minha gata com carinho.
I’m looking for a female vet who treats my cat gently.
Procuro um canalizador que chegue cedo e traga peças.
I’m looking for a plumber who arrives early and brings parts.
O pai tem raiva às vezes, porém procura consolo na companhia dos filhos e dos netos.
The father is angry sometimes, but he seeks comfort in the company of his children and grandchildren.
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