This is the 2073rd most frequent German word.
suchten
"Suchten" is the past tense (they searched/you searched/we searched) of the verb "suchen," meaning "to search" or "to look for."
In this sentence, 'suchten' is used in the past tense to indicate an action of searching or seeking for something.
Wir suchten den verlorenen Schlüssel.
We were looking for the lost key.
Here, 'suchten' refers to a past activity or habit of searching for something, showcasing its use in describing repeated actions in the past.
Als Kinder suchten wir oft nach Abenteuern.
As children, we often looked for adventures.
The verb 'suchten' in this context is employed to convey the intent or action of seeking non-material concepts, such as solace or comfort.