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chasing

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use chasing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(verb) to run after someone or something in order to catch it. Imagine a dog running after a ball or a child running after a friend in a game of tag.

Example

The little boy is chasing his sister around the playground.

Example

The car didn't chase after the bicycle; it remained parked.

Example

Why are you chasing your brother in the yard?

Context: “activity”

(noun) the act of running after someone or something. It can be a fun game or a way to catch something, like a dog chasing a squirrel.

Example

Chasing after the ice cream truck is always exciting for kids.

Example

Chasing is not allowed in the library because it can disturb others.

Example

What kind of chasing do you like to do during playtime?

Context: “goal”

(noun) an effort to achieve or catch something that you want. This could be like chasing after a dream, which means you are trying hard to reach your goals.

Example

She is known for her chasing of dreams; she works hard to follow her passions.

Example

He gave up on chasing his dreams too soon and didn't see his true potential.

Example

What is your biggest chasing of a dream?

How to pronounce chasing

Pronunciation: [ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ]

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