pursuit

Example Sentences

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Researchers spend "days, weeks, in some cases months" in the dense forestry of North America, says Lewis, "with many spurred on by childhood encounters or brought into the pursuit by someone close to them".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

“Our algae research was driven by the pursuit of innovation, which has been at the core of ExxonMobil’s success for well more than a century,” an Exxon spokesman said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

There was an active attempt and pursuit of putting people of color in leadership roles.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

After FST-344, he sought out more procedures that could take his pursuit of longevity to the next level.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

I think what he is saying is that he’s wanting to protect the rights of every one of us, slave and nonslave alike, to the pursuit of happiness.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan