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to pursue
01
to go after someone or something, particularly to catch them
Transitive: to pursue sb/sth
Examples
The police officer pursued the speeding car, signaling for it to pull over.
The detective decided to pursue the suspect through the crowded market.
02
to actively engage in or carry out a specific activity or endeavor
Transitive: to pursue an activity or course of action
Examples
Emily decided to pursue a career in medicine and enrolled in a pre-med program at university.
Jason chose to pursue a degree in fine arts to enhance his skills.
03
to continue or push forward with an activity, goal, or plan
Transitive: to pursue a goal or project
Examples
The team is determined to pursue this issue further to uncover any additional information.
The scientist decided to pursue the experiment further to validate the findings.
04
to try and seek something and engage in it in order to achieve one's goal
Transitive: to pursue a value
Examples
In order to pursue personal development, Lisa enrolled in various workshops and seminars.
The team was determined to pursue excellence in their project.
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