pursuing

/pərˈsuɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Engaged in the act of chasing or striving for something.
    • The pursuing car flashed its headlights to get the driver's attention.
    • The pursuing hounds followed the scent through the woods.
    • The pursuing officers called out for the man to stop.
verb
  1. Following or chasing someone or something in order to catch or reach them.
    • The dog was pursuing a squirrel across the yard.
    • The knight was pursuing the dragon through the mountains.
    • The police are pursuing the suspect on foot.
  2. Continuing to try to achieve or obtain something over time.
    • She is pursuing a degree in environmental science.
    • He is pursuing his passion for photography full-time.
    • The team is pursuing a championship title this season.
  3. Continuing to discuss or investigate a topic or idea.
    • The lawyer is pursuing a new line of questioning.
    • The researchers are pursuing a cure for the disease.
    • The committee is pursuing several leads in the investigation.
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