1
: the pursuit of running game with dogs that follow by sight instead of by scent
2
: the act of one that courses
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This rugged coursing hound comes in three sizes — small, medium and large — with the smallest variety famously serving as a ratter aboard Portuguese explorer ships.
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Pat Mueller,
USA Today,
11 June 2026
But this happens by a switch getting thrown, which sends volts of electricity coursing through Suzanne and the volunteer.
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Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 May 2026
Since mom already has the candle version, gift her the matching reed diffuser to have her fave scent coursing through her space on a regular basis.
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Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
Dunst and Tatum are terrific together, particularly in moments where things are left unsaid, unspoken confessions, apologies and forgiveness coursing between them.
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Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
11 Oct. 2025
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Pat Mueller,
USA Today,
11 June 2026
But this happens by a switch getting thrown, which sends volts of electricity coursing through Suzanne and the volunteer.
—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
12 May 2026
Since mom already has the candle version, gift her the matching reed diffuser to have her fave scent coursing through her space on a regular basis.
—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
Dunst and Tatum are terrific together, particularly in moments where things are left unsaid, unspoken confessions, apologies and forgiveness coursing between them.
—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Coursing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coursing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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