pursue

Example Sentences

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The UK will pursue closer economic ties with the European Union in light of the war in Iran, Sir Keir Starmer has said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The Bank of Japan said the nation’s natural interest rate is gradually rising, suggesting there is still room for the central bank to pursue further monetary tightening.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Before deciding to pursue an offshore treatment, Chitwood consults his fellow longevity enthusiasts.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Born the youngest of six children on March 20, 1984, in Dallas, Duong wound up leaving school to pursue a feature development deal for his screenplay “Enchanted Melody,” but that fell through because of financing.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

I explained that what the State had done to him was illegal and that we could pursue a civil action against them, but he had no interest in that.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson