1
as in to chase
to go after or on the track of
the policeman doggedly pursued the pickpocket through the crowded subway station
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as in to seek
to go in search of
urged the graduates to pursue personal fulfillment instead of financial success
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Recent Examples of pursue
Photo by Elsa/Getty Images With that in mind, could Pittsburgh consider pursuing another blockbuster trade to add another star wide receiver?
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Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 June 2025
After the show ended, many cast members pursued diverse paths in acting, directing, and even politics, each carrying a piece of the show's legacy with them.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 7 June 2025
According to a police report, officers decided not to pursue since charges would have only been for traffic violations.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 6 June 2025
President Donald Trump has explored a new commission focused on the issues facing college sports, led by former Alabama head coach Nick Saban and billionaire Texas Tech board chair Cody Campbell, though it is paused as members of Congress pursue legislation.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 6 June 2025
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Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 June 2025
After the show ended, many cast members pursued diverse paths in acting, directing, and even politics, each carrying a piece of the show's legacy with them.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 7 June 2025
According to a police report, officers decided not to pursue since charges would have only been for traffic violations.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 6 June 2025
President Donald Trump has explored a new commission focused on the issues facing college sports, led by former Alabama head coach Nick Saban and billionaire Texas Tech board chair Cody Campbell, though it is paused as members of Congress pursue legislation.
—The Athletic Staff, New York Times, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pursue
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But one of his greatest spiritual teachers was a companion who liked to chase ducks and steal Taylor’s underwear — and whose most prestigious award was being honored by a local newspaper as its Pet of the Week.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
8 June 2025
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In some tourist regions, emus have been known to chase people for food or become overly familiar – leading to head-butts, pecking or the occasional knockdown.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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But your brain might still seek patterns to overcome.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Instead, the attorney general said his office will seek a sentence of life in prison for Glossip because the man who confessed to bludgeoning Van Treese with a baseball bat, Justin Sneed, is serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
9 June 2025
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With glossy pages, this book tracks the evolution of Claude’s prolific work across her entire career, from poems to photographic portraits and photomontages, to essays, word games and text collages.—
Dylin Hardcastle
June 16,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2025
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His first pitch to Lee was tracked at just 87.9 mph and ended in a walk.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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When Austin and Phoenix cleared the way for semiconductor expansion, billions in private investment followed.—
Ethan Karp,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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But overshadowing much of his testimony will be the Pentagon's decision to send some 4,800 troops, including 700 Marines, to Los Angeles following several days of clashes between protesters and law enforcement there.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
10 June 2025
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Labeled by variety and accompanied by a booklet with background information and maintenance tips, the seeds are accessible at all times during library hours.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Utilizing an accompanying app or physical pushbutton controls, riders can choose between Slow, Middle and Fast pedaling preferences.—
Ben Coxworth,
New Atlas,
5 June 2025
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“Pursue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursue. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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