Sentences with Wild-goose Chase

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16 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Wild-goose Chase'

After searching for hours, she concluded that the missing keys were the result of a wild-goose chase.

The scientist spent months on a wild-goose chase, pursuing a hypothesis that turned out to be incorrect.

Despite their efforts, the team found themselves on a wild-goose chase, unable to locate the elusive creature in the dense forest.

His quest for the fountain of youth turned out to be nothing more than a wild-goose chase.

The ambitious entrepreneur realized too late that his pursuit of quick riches was nothing but a wild-goose chase.

The journalist uncovered that the anonymous tip she received was merely a wild-goose chase, with no substantial evidence.

The archaeologists abandoned the excavation site, realizing it was a wild-goose chase with no ancient artifacts to be found.

In the world of politics, promises made during campaigns often turn into a wild-goose chase, never materializing after elections.

The software developer spent hours debugging only to discover that the reported bug was a wild-goose chase, and the real issue lay elsewhere.

Despite the rumors of a hidden talent, the talent show auditions turned into a wild-goose chase with no extraordinary acts.

The detective agency specialized in solving cases that others deemed a wild-goose chase, unraveling mysteries thought unsolvable.

The historian realized that the ancient map he had been following led him on a wild-goose chase, as the landmarks had changed over time.

The search for extraterrestrial life often feels like a wild-goose chase, with scientists exploring the cosmos for elusive signs.

Despite the elaborate map, the treasure hunt turned into a wild-goose chase, leaving the participants frustrated and empty-handed.

The ambitious project to create a perpetual motion machine proved to be nothing more than a wild-goose chase in the realm of physics.

The book club's attempt to decipher the author's hidden message turned into a wild-goose chase, with members interpreting the text differently.

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