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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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Hearts, who had been chasing a first title since 1960, made the decision to make a hasty exit from the stadium, citing a "menacing and threatening atmosphere".

From BBC • May 17, 2026

Major airlines like Delta and United are chasing wealthier consumers who might be less sensitive to higher airfares.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

However, there are a couple of reasons to be wary of chasing the stock any higher.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

That gap between the science and patient and doctor awareness is what investors are chasing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

A handful of neighborhood kids chasing soccer balls and playing with squirt guns.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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