chase

US /tʃeɪs/
UK /tʃeɪs/
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1.

to pursue in order to catch or catch up with

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The dog loves to chase squirrels in the park.
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Police were called to chase a suspect through the streets.
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pursuefollowhuntrun aftertrack
2.

to try to achieve (a goal)

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Many young people chase their dreams of becoming famous.
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He spent his life chasing wealth and power.
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pursueseekstrive foraim forgo after
1.

an act of pursuing someone or something

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The police car was in hot chase of the runaway vehicle.
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The children enjoyed a playful chase around the garden.
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pursuithuntpursualtail
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chase upgive chasecut to the chasewild goose chasechase your (own) tail