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pursue

Pronunciation: [pərˈsuː]

Word

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

Context: “goals”

(verb) to try to do something or chase after a goal. This means working hard to reach your dream or find what you really want.

Example

She decided to pursue her dream of becoming a doctor.

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He did not pursue his interest in music because he thought it was too hard.

Example

What goal do you want to pursue in the future?

Context: “interests”

(verb) to follow after someone or something. It means going after something that interests you or that you want to catch.

Example

They decided to pursue their hobby of painting together.

Example

He stopped pursuing the opportunity to travel because he was too busy.

Example

What activities do you want to pursue this summer?

Context: “law enforcement”

(verb) to follow someone in order to catch them. This is often used when talking about police chasing a suspect.

Example

The police decided to pursue the thief on foot.

Example

They couldn't pursue the suspect because he got away too quickly.

Example

Why did the police decide to pursue the car?

How to pronounce pursue

Pronunciation: [pərˈsuː]

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