Keywords & Search Intent
Query Refinement
When a user modifies their search query after seeing initial results to get better answers.
CurrentLast updated: 2026-09-16
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Keywords & Search IntentQuery refinement is when a user modifies their initial search query after reviewing results to get more relevant answers. Understanding common query refinement patterns helps SEOs anticipate what users search for next and structure content accordingly.
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