pursue
Example Sentences
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Never mind that children seldom have meaningful choice but to comply with caregivers’ demands and may be in therapy not to pursue their goals but due to external pressures.
From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026
After moving to New York to pursue a career in theater, Jones headed to Hollywood, where her career pivoted to mostly television.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026
She added that it was "in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings".
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
TOKYO—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. 27, 2026
Little did either of them know, but Kok had already decided not to pursue the possible match.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
