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pursue

The correct spelling is pursue.

How to pronounce pursue

/pəˈʃu/
verb

IPA: /pəˈʃu/

Say it like: Pur-sue

The correct spelling is pursue. To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase. For example: "Her rival pursued a quite different course."

Usage Examples

Her rival pursued a quite different course.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase.
  2. 2.To follow, travel down (a particular way, course of action etc.).
  3. 3.To aim for, go after (a specified objective, situation etc.).
  4. 4.To participate in (an activity, business etc.); to practise, follow (a profession).
  5. 5.To act as a legal prosecutor.

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