Discussing, Persuading, or Searching (Around)

to gather information by asking various people

If you're looking for a good restaurant in the area, it's a good idea to ask around and get recommendations from locals.

to discuss different ways to handle a plan or idea

The creative team enjoys batting around concepts for new projects.

to persuade someone to agree with one's point of view

Initially opposed to the idea, he managed to bring his friends around through patient discussion.

to make phone calls to several people, particularly to receive information

We spent the afternoon calling around to find the best travel deals.

to completely change one's decision or opinion

After hearing all the arguments, she finally came around and agreed to join us.

to find information about someone or something through extensive research or investigation

The journalist had to dig around to uncover the truth behind the scandal.

to persuade someone or something to agree to what one wants, often by doing things they like

Sarah knows how to get around her parents and convince them to extend her curfew.

to discuss or consider something in an informal and casual manner

We've been kicking around the idea of a road trip this summer.

to try to find something, particularly information

I noticed him nosing around the office, looking through files.

to call multiple people or places, typically to gather specific information

If you're looking for the best deal, it's a good idea to phone around a few service providers and compare prices.

to compare the prices or quality of goods or services from different suppliers or stores before making a purchase

They spent the weekend shopping around for the perfect wedding venue.

to discuss a topic in a vague manner, avoiding the main or crucial points

She talked around the issue, never addressing the real problem.