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pursued

Pronunciation: [pərˈsjuːd]

Word

Learn how to use pursued in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “action”

(verb) to follow someone or something to try to catch them. It’s like when you see a friend running away during a game, and you want to chase after them.

Example

The dog pursued the ball across the yard.

Example

The cat did not pursue the mouse this time; it just watched it go.

Example

Why did you pursue the car if it was going so fast?

Context: “goal”

(verb) to try to achieve or accomplish something. This is like when you really want to get a good grade in school, so you study hard for it.

Example

She pursued a career in medicine because she wanted to help people.

Example

He did not pursue his dream of becoming an artist, even though he loved painting.

Example

What goals are you pursuing this year at school?

How to pronounce pursued

Pronunciation: [pərˈsjuːd]

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