To feel or fumble around for something (e.g., in the dark or in a pocket); to search by touch or groping.
暗い部屋でスイッチを探る。
I fumble around for the switch in the dark room.
ポケットの中を手で探って鍵を見つけた。
I felt around in my pocket and found the keys.
目を閉じて机の下を探るように物を探した。
I searched for the object as if feeling under the desk with my hands, eyes closed.
To investigate or probe into something; to sound someone out or spy on; to seek information or motives.
記者は事件の背景を探るために関係者に取材した。
The reporter interviewed those involved to probe the background of the incident.
彼の本当の気持ちを探ろうとして、いくつか質問をした。
I asked a few questions trying to sound out his true feelings.
システムの脆弱性を探るためにテストを行った。
We ran tests to probe for vulnerabilities in the system.
To explore or investigate unknown areas; also to go around enjoying and discovering natural scenery.
週末に近くの山道を探って歩いた。
Over the weekend I explored and walked along nearby mountain trails.
新しい町を散策して、路地裏を探るのが好きだ。
I like exploring a new town and checking out the backstreets.
海岸線を探るように写真を撮り歩いた。
I walked along the coastline taking photos as I explored.