pursue
verb (used with object)
to follow in order to overtake, capture, kill, etc.; chase.
is pursuing
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present progressiveof pursue (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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It has added rigging and fencing businesses and is pursuing work in live events and sports alongside film and TV.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026
He is now 38 and living in exile in the Netherlands, where he was granted asylum, and is pursuing an MA in political science - following in his father's footsteps.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
He arrives as Target under CEO Michael Fiddelke is pursuing a turnaround by lowering some prices, refreshing its product lineup and updating store layouts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026
ViaSat stock has more than doubled this year amid a flurry of satellite-company takeovers, but it is pursuing a different path.
From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026
“Death is pursuing you this moment,” reminded one such ad.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
