pursue
verb (used with object)
to follow in order to overtake, capture, kill, etc.; chase.
pursues
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present tense formof pursue (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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As trade talks with the U.S. collapse, prime minister pursues a major—and risky—pivot to Europe; an Ottawa book club plays its part.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
The British Embassy filed court documents asking the judge to keep the Tates in custody as the UK pursues extradition.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
But plans to reconnect South Korea's northernmost station to the rail network come at an awkward moment, as Pyongyang ignores Seoul's overtures while the South's old ally Washington pursues its own talks with Pyongyang.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
As the company pursues its comprehensive travel ambitions, the question remains whether the Airbnb of tomorrow can maintain character as the foundation upon which the business is built.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
“No, no! The lord of the great horns pursues wise, miserable Gurgi with leaping and galloping. Gurgi fears terrible smackings and whackings. He follows kindly and mighty protectors. Faithful Gurgi will not leave them, never!”
From "The Book of Three" by Lloyd Alexander
