pursue
//pərˈsuː//
Verb
pursueInfinitive
pursuePresent tense
pursuedPast tense
pursuedPast participle
pursuingPresent participle
pursuesThird-person singular
1
To follow or chase someone or something in order to catch or attack them
The police pursued the suspect through the streets.
2
To try to achieve or obtain something over a period of time
She decided to pursue a career in medicine.
3
To continue to investigate, discuss, or explore a particular subject or activity
The committee decided to pursue the matter further at the next meeting.
4
To seek a romantic or sexual relationship with someone
He pursued her for months before she agreed to go on a date with him.