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chase

 

[ tʃeɪs ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

in pursuit

To follow someone or something in order to catch them, often as part of a game or sport. It can also refer to the act of pursuing someone or something in order to capture or overtake them.

Synonyms

follow, hunt, pursue

Examples of usage

  • He chased the thief down the street.
  • The dog chased the cat around the garden.
  • She chased her dreams and never gave up.
Context #2 | Noun

game or sport

A period of time spent pursuing a target, such as in a game or sport. It can also refer to the act of chasing or pursuing someone or something.

Synonyms

hunt, pursuance, pursuit

Examples of usage

  • He was in the lead for the entire chase.
  • The police car chase scene was intense.
  • The chase for the championship title was fierce.

Translations

Translations of the word "chase" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perseguir

🇮🇳 पीछा करना

🇩🇪 verfolgen

🇮🇩 mengejar

🇺🇦 переслідувати

🇵🇱 ścigać

🇯🇵 追いかける (おいかける)

🇫🇷 poursuivre

🇪🇸 perseguir

🇹🇷 kovalamak

🇰🇷 쫓다

🇸🇦 مطاردة

🇨🇿 pronásledovat

🇸🇰 prenasledovať

🇨🇳 追赶 (zhuīgǎn)

🇸🇮 zasledovati

🇮🇸 elta

🇰🇿 қуалау

🇬🇪 დევნა

🇦🇿 təqib etmək

🇲🇽 perseguir

Etymology

The word 'chase' originated from the Middle English word 'chasen', which means 'to hunt'. It has its roots in Old French and Latin. The concept of chasing or pursuing has been a part of human history for centuries, dating back to hunting and gathering societies. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass not just physical pursuit, but also metaphorical pursuits such as chasing dreams or goals.

See also: chaser, chasing.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,854 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.