as in pursuit
the act of going after or in the tracks of another
the controversy concerning the pursuing of criminals in speeding vehicles along busy highways
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as in chasing
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 seeking
to go in search of
urged the graduates to pursue personal fulfillment instead of financial success
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Recent Examples of pursuing
Juliana Kim, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
And aside from their interest in Sasaki, the Tigers are likely done pursuing additional starting pitchers.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
On the one hand, fewer employees pursuing traditional leadership tracks can create gaps in decision-making, team development, and operational consistency.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Major banks are actively pursuing talent, attracting a significant influx of skilled professionals to their ranks.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
For Obama, the phrase meant supporting natural gas and pursuing cheap gasoline while also investing in renewable power.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
The New York Mets are aggressively pursuing free agent superstar Juan Soto, but Soto isn't the only star player on New York's radar.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Deputies then used a PIT maneuver (when a pursuing vehicle turns the evading car sideways) forcing the driver to stop.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
This follows the initial motion's denial in November, the subsequent filing of an appeal by the teams, and NASCAR's removal of a contentious clause from the Open Team Agreement that initially barred teams from pursuing antitrust lawsuits.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Verb
Rehab works as a case manager with the nonprofit Syrian Community Network, while Feras, who was a physician in Syria, is now pursuing a residency program to continue his medical career.
—Juliana Kim, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
And aside from their interest in Sasaki, the Tigers are likely done pursuing additional starting pitchers.
—Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
On the one hand, fewer employees pursuing traditional leadership tracks can create gaps in decision-making, team development, and operational consistency.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Major banks are actively pursuing talent, attracting a significant influx of skilled professionals to their ranks.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
For Obama, the phrase meant supporting natural gas and pursuing cheap gasoline while also investing in renewable power.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 9 Dec. 2024
The New York Mets are aggressively pursuing free agent superstar Juan Soto, but Soto isn't the only star player on New York's radar.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
Deputies then used a PIT maneuver (when a pursuing vehicle turns the evading car sideways) forcing the driver to stop.
—Eduardo Cuevas, USA TODAY, 1 Dec. 2024
This follows the initial motion's denial in November, the subsequent filing of an appeal by the teams, and NASCAR's removal of a contentious clause from the Open Team Agreement that initially barred teams from pursuing antitrust lawsuits.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pursuing
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But the pursuit for photos entangles the two in a homicide involving young celebutantes.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Dec. 2024
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Such admiration undoubtedly stems from his parents, who openly encourage each other’s creative pursuits.Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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When World War II ended and the horrors of the Holocaust began to emerge, the focus was on the human cost, and seeking justice, retribution and answers for the survivors and bereaved families.Lianne Kolirin, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Gulf states, meanwhile, are recalibrating their strategies, seeking new opportunities in a post-Assad Syria.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Although the size of the first graduating classes following the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic was not substantially impacted, a decline in enrollments in earlier grades will contribute to smaller graduating classes in the future.Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Dylan played two acoustic songs at Newport following his electric set.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Pursuing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pursuing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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