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chasing

American  
[chey-sing] / ˈtʃeɪ sɪŋ /

noun

  1. a design chased on metal.

  2. an object decorated by chasing.


Etymology

Origin of chasing

First recorded in 1825–35; chase 3 + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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Customers frequently switch between apps chasing discounts because the experience differs little across platforms, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

"It's just paper chasing, lots of it, so all in all, yes I've had enough."

From BBC • May 23, 2026

In other words, not only is the dog chasing its own tail, but it appears to be eating it as well.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

But it took me a minute to realize that the more interesting question is: Who’s doing the chasing?

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

It was a fun place to ride bikes—at least, when there wasn’t something scary chasing you.

From "A Monster of a Mystery (The Hardy Boys: Secret Files, #5)" by Franklin W. Dixon

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