chase — to run after someone or something in order to catch them
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to run after someone or something in order to catch them
Pronunciation (IPA): /tʃeɪs/
Example Sentences
- My cat loves to chase laser pointers, but never catches the red dot.
- Stop chasing perfection and start chasing progress.
- The squirrel chase in the park turned into a comedy show for the visitors.
chase
VERB[/tʃeɪs/]
to run after someone or something in order to catch them
The dog chased the ball with everything it had — and the ball had no intention of stopping.
CHase the ACE — the best is always worth chasing.
Chase what you can't embrace — before something else comes to replace it.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'chacier', meaning to hunt or drive away game during hunting. Originally referring specifically to the pursuit of animals, the meaning broadened over time to encompass the general act of pursuing any goal or objective.
Breakdown
Old French 'chacier' (to hunt, to drive) → Middle English 'chasen' → Modern English 'chase'. The root relates to the act of pursuing or driving forward, with semantic evolution from literal hunting to figurative pursuit of goals.
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📝Examples
“My cat loves to chase laser pointers, but never catches the red dot.”
“Stop chasing perfection and start chasing progress.”
“The squirrel chase in the park turned into a comedy show for the visitors.”
“She decided to chase her passion for cooking by opening a restaurant.”
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