in pursuit of
idiom
: in order to achieve (something)
He would do anything in pursuit of wealth and fame.
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China is watching closely as the Russian strategy of waiting out Western interest in the war proves effective, which raises the prospect that China might adopt a similar strategy in pursuit of its ambitions to rule Taiwan and absorb the maritime zones of its neighbors.
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Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
Most disappointing of all is that there’s a moment right out of the incredible scene at the start of 2010’s The Other Guys, when Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson leap off a tall building in pursuit of suspects as though their swagger will save them, only to splat on the pavement and die.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
With world-class dining; complimentary premium spirits, fine wine, and caviar; free Wi-Fi powered by Starlink; plus memorable signature events, nothing is overlooked in pursuit of an unparalleled journey to the most exceptional places on Earth.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Some entrepreneurs just aren’t prepared to sacrifice everything in pursuit of riches.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Kori Schake, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
Most disappointing of all is that there’s a moment right out of the incredible scene at the start of 2010’s The Other Guys, when Johnson and Samuel L. Jackson leap off a tall building in pursuit of suspects as though their swagger will save them, only to splat on the pavement and die.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
With world-class dining; complimentary premium spirits, fine wine, and caviar; free Wi-Fi powered by Starlink; plus memorable signature events, nothing is overlooked in pursuit of an unparalleled journey to the most exceptional places on Earth.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
Some entrepreneurs just aren’t prepared to sacrifice everything in pursuit of riches.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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“In pursuit of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20pursuit%20of. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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