pursue
To continue working toward a goal or opportunity
Examples
In a meeting
“We've decided to pursue the partnership with the European distributor.”
Over coffee
“I'm going to pursue that job opportunity in Seattle.”
Why this word
follow
pursue implies actively chasing or striving toward a goal with determination, while follow is more passive
seek
pursue suggests ongoing, sustained effort toward something, while seek is more about searching or looking for
chase
pursue has a more purposeful, strategic quality suitable for goals or careers, while chase is more impulsive or physical
Usage tip
Implies active, ongoing effort rather than passive waiting; shows commitment to a direction
Etymology
Latin 'prosequi' from 'pro-' (forward) + 'sequi' (to follow)
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