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chasing

American  
[chey-sing] / ˈtʃeɪ sɪŋ /

noun

chasings plural
  1. a design chased on metal.

  2. an object decorated by chasing.


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Etymology

Origin of chasing

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

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Chasing the oat-bran health trend with an oat-bran pretzel was a flop.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Chasing stocks higher in what has historically been a cyclical industry is a dangerous game.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

With so much luxury on offer, one might wonder what has prompted Niko—also owns a film-production company called Chasing Butterflies Pictures—and Stephanie to walk away from the dwelling.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Before passing sentence, Judge Jessica Peterson told Chasing Horse he preyed on women's spirituality, adding: "You manipulated them for your own personal gratification."

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

I run around The yard, Chasing our rooster, Who gives up Feathers and screams.

From "Neighborhood Odes" by Gary Soto

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