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Subsequent in time or order
“In the pursuing period, Bowditch's hydrophone was damaged.”
That seeks something specified
Heavily occupied, or busily involved in an important activity
Continuing or advancing, especially without a break or interruption
The act of engaging in a pursuit
“The first relates to the standardized behavior of individuals with respect to the pursuing of individual aims.”
The carrying out of a plan, order, or course of action
In the middle of or preoccupied with
Present participle for to follow or chase after
“The police would relentlessly pursue Niko Bellic after he robbed a bank.”
Present participle for to go in search of, especially on the trail of
“The bounty hunter would begin to pursue his target after being given a tip-off.”
Present participle for to conduct or devote oneself to
“He chose to pursue his research abroad because local ecology had already been comprehensively studied.”
Present participle for to have as one's goal
“Alexis broke ranks with the association to pursue her own artistic goals.”
Present participle for to investigate or delve into
“Police have enlisted the help of international specialists to help them pursue this line of inquiry.”
Present participle for to seek a social or romantic alliance with
“He would doggedly pursue the object of his infatuation for the best part of five years.”
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