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fishing expedition

noun

Definitions

  1. A search for information, especially incriminating information, that is conducted without…

    A search for information, especially incriminating information, that is conducted without specific direction or goal, in the hope that something may turn up.

  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically

    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see fishing, expedition. (an outing for catching fish)

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