Meaning of the word pursued in English

What does pursued mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pursued

US /pərˈsuːd/
UK /pəˈsjuːd/

Past Tense

1.

followed or chased (someone or something)

Example:
The police pursued the suspect for several miles.
The cat pursued the mouse into a hole.
2.

continued to follow or engage in (an activity or course of action) over a period of time

Example:
She pursued her dream of becoming a doctor.
The company pursued a new marketing strategy.
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