Wasn't a seeker (3)

I believe the answer is:

hid

(Other definitions for hid that I've seen before include "Concealed (oneself?)" , "Kept out of sight" , "Concealed in orchids" , "Took cover" , "Remained out of sight" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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