How to Use "Pursue" with Example Sentences

pursue (v): to try to achieve something; to follow or chase someone or something

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Used with verbs:

"I wish to pursue my education."
(wish, want)

Used with nouns:

"The tiger pursued its prey."
(prey)

"I am pursuing a degree in engineering."
(degree, career, course)

"She is pursuing her goals."
(goals, interests, dream, passion)

"I don't want to pursue the matter."
(matter)

"The detectives are pursuing the case."
(case, investigation)

Used with adverbs:

"The cops relentlessly pursued the car."
(relentlessly)

"He is still pursuing his dream."
(still, actively)

"She successfully pursued a career in journalism."
(successfully, seriously, further)