pursued (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /pərˈsuːd/
Definition
Followed someone or something in order to catch or capture them, or actively engaged in a goal or activity over a period of time.
Examples
The police pursued the stolen vehicle for several miles before it finally came to a stop.
She has pursued a career in medicine for over a decade, working tirelessly to achieve her goals.
He pursued the matter with his supervisor until he received a clear and satisfactory answer.
How to Use pursued
- pursue a goal (collocation)
- to work toward a specific objective — "She decided to pursue a goal of running a marathon."
- pursue a career (collocation)
- to follow a professional path — "He chose to pursue a career in journalism."
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