pursue

/pəsjˈuː/

/pɝˈsu/

to pursue

MAIN VERB

to follow or chase someone or something, particularly to catch them

synonyms : follow

carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

synonyms : engage

go in search of or hunt for

synonyms : go after

carry further or advance

synonyms : act on

to try and seek something and engage in it in order to achieve one's goal

Examples

1. Traditional stores are now pursuing a bricks and clicks strategy.

2. She's pursuing a musical career as a singer-songwriter.

3. Her success in the industry had opened doors for other women to pursue similar careers.

4. She decided to pursue a career as an artist.