to search or look for

Example: Police are seeking information about yesterday's robbery.

valid

(adj)

legally effective and acceptable

Example: In order to hire a car, you need a valid driver's licence.

to recruit

(v)

to hire, employ

Example: We have recruited someone from the US to replace him.

vendor

(n)

seller

Example: He started as a street vendor selling miscellaneous items, now he has his own shop.

audition

(n)

a test of a performer's suitability for a particular performance or show

Example: If you are interested in acting in the drama, you should go to the audition.