searching searching /ˈsɝːtʃɪŋ/

adjective

1. () Diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation  ( inquisitory , probing , searching )
   diligent and thorough in inquiry or investigation
    A probing inquiry
   a probing inquiry
    A searching investigation of their past dealings
   a searching investigation of their past dealings
   
2. Exploring thoroughly  ( searching )
   exploring thoroughly
   
3. Having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect  ( searching , trenchant )
   having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought, expression, or intellect
    Searching insights
   searching insights
    Trenchant criticism
   trenchant criticism