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
Otherwise, there is absolutely no indication that Russia won’t wait and regroup and pursue the same goals later on—in other words, subjugating Ukraine, carrying out regime change, and making sure that Ukraine remains essentially in the Russian sphere of influence.
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Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2025
Bryant is a former ADL education director, classroom teacher, and school administrator, currently a human rights commissioner for the city of Austin, Texas, pursuing a Ph.D. in educational and community leadership.
—Danielle Bryant, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2025
Adding to these concerns is the president's move to blame Ukraine for Russia's 2022 invasion and Trump's embrace of Kremlin talking points as his administration pursues a swift end to the conflict.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
The grant money will make Johns Hopkins Medical School tuition free for students from families earning under $300,000 and will also increase financial aid for students pursuing degrees in nursing and public health.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 4 Mar. 2025
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Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 5 Mar. 2025
Bryant is a former ADL education director, classroom teacher, and school administrator, currently a human rights commissioner for the city of Austin, Texas, pursuing a Ph.D. in educational and community leadership.
—Danielle Bryant, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2025
Adding to these concerns is the president's move to blame Ukraine for Russia's 2022 invasion and Trump's embrace of Kremlin talking points as his administration pursues a swift end to the conflict.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
The grant money will make Johns Hopkins Medical School tuition free for students from families earning under $300,000 and will also increase financial aid for students pursuing degrees in nursing and public health.
—Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pursue
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This synthesis — called hybrid intelligence — ensures that technology addresses real needs rather than chasing novelty for novelty’s sake.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Juno likes cats a little too much and would do best in a forever home without a feline friend to chase.—
Trish Stinger and,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2025
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The Seahawks are seeking a first- and third-round pick in exchange for the 27-year-old Metcalf, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Thursday, and Metcalf is eyeing a new contract worth around $30 million per year.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
7 Mar. 2025
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The prospective partners in Germany's next government are seeking to loosen the nation's rules on running up debt to allow for higher defense spending.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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This has already undermined scientists’ ability to track what’s happening in the Arctic, according to a recent study.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN,
12 Mar. 2025
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The firm, which has raised $25 million, has developed a helmet that can read brain waves and track eye movements, part of a brain-computer interface market that could grow to $80 billion by 2035, according to Morgan Stanley.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Three medical experts testified in January that Geyser was no longer a threat to the public following considerable progress.—
Doha Madani,
NBC News,
7 Mar. 2025
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If Mickey 17 follows the same release pattern as the films listed above, then viewers can expect to purchase or rent the film on PVOD anytime between April 1 and April 8, since new film releases on PVOD typically debut on Tuesdays.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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The palate has a notable sweetness accompanied by red and black fruit notes, a crisp acidity, and a backbone of ripe tannins.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Fasting may also be accompanied by a more serious study of the Quran throughout the month.—
James Powel,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Pursue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursue. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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