chasing

[chey-sing]

noun

1. a design chased on metal.

2. an object decorated by chasing.

Word History and Origins

Origin of chasing¹

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

Example Sentences

But two days before the festival, after chasing Miles for months, Seb says he contacted Glastonbury Festival to confirm the allocation of hospitality passes.

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Despite losing nearly three seconds a lap, Norris was able to hold off Russell because of the size of the advantage he had built while chasing Verstappen.

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They were on track for a big lead after reaching 65-1 in their second innings, but again threw away five wickets in quick succession to leave Australia chasing 205 which they achieved with ease.

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“Every dip could be a buying opportunity, but what I’m seeing this week has morphed from dip buying to rally chasing,” said Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers.

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“Every dip could be a buying opportunity, but what I’m seeing this week has morphed from dip buying to rally chasing,” said Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers.

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Related Words

• etching 
• illustration 
• inscription 
• lithograph 
• woodcut