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as in to out
to drive or force out
chased the cat out of the garden
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as in to pursue
to go after or on the track of
a dog that likes to chase cars
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as in to race
to proceed or move quickly
they chased all over the place to find the missing child
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Recent Examples of chase
Tao Lin, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
That’s not exactly welcome news for LeBron, whose sole mission at this point in his career is chasing one more championship to further cement his legacy as one of the greatest players of all time.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The chase for championships — Miami should once again be in play for its first Atlantic Coast Conference title and eyes its first national title since 2001 — continues as the Mario Cristobal era enters its fourth season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Whatever had happened while we were gone—whether the bamboo fell on him or a dog chased him—had changed Nini.
—Tao Lin, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
That’s not exactly welcome news for LeBron, whose sole mission at this point in his career is chasing one more championship to further cement his legacy as one of the greatest players of all time.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
Noun
The sequence, which leads to an enthralling chase through the mean streets of New York, features a memorable freestyle between David and the young artist who could have been his disciple.
—EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The chase for championships — Miami should once again be in play for its first Atlantic Coast Conference title and eyes its first national title since 2001 — continues as the Mario Cristobal era enters its fourth season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chase
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Ryan went into his Sept. 29, 2023, outing needing nine strikeouts for 200.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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Both are located close to downtown, offer accessible trails, and make for a fun and easy outing the whole family can enjoy.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
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Resolution had pursued the land exchange with the Forest Service for about 10 years before it became attached as a last-minute rider to a defense bill by lawmakers led by the late Sen. John McCain in December 2014.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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The process is too time-intensive and costly, with not enough ROI for lenders to continue pursuing and untenable lending terms for SMBs to accept.—
Brock Blake,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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Of course—as the saying goes—Paris is never a bad idea, and a trip to the city isn't complete without indulging in good French cheese, hunting for vintage goods at an antique market, and people-watching at one of the outdoor cafes.—
Katie Nadworny,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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Spence’s mother sewed his clothes, often using the hides of elk hunted by his father.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
15 Aug. 2025
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Apart from Daytona, the 32-year-old driver will also race at Charlotte Roval, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, and Phoenix Raceway.—
Saajan Jogia,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Aug. 2025
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Why Inference Is The Next Frontier Businesses across sectors are racing to develop AI systems that can transform their operations.—
Andre Reitenbach,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The team believes that these parasites can directly infect the otters themselves instead of their prey.—
Laura Baisas Aug 14,
Popular Science,
14 Aug. 2025
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They are known for being ambush predators who lie in wait until their prey comes along, usually feasting on small mammals or birds.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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This alignment with prosocial AI isn't coincidental — both frameworks recognize that unchecked pursuit of efficiency or profit can lead to societal harm.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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The pursuit ended near Frye and McQueen roads, where the man's vehicle collided with a white Jeep, police said.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Boston Magazine reported that during her training she was ultimately dismissed for administering opiates without a doctor’s order and leaving her shift early.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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When ideas are ignored or dismissed, collaboration and trust break down.—
Nadia Edwards-Dashti,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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In response, Holland said the department didn't have any way to track appeals other than through complaints filed with the department.—
Nathan Ansell,
Arkansas Online,
16 Aug. 2025
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The percentage of adults who drink fell to 54%, the lowest rate ever recorded in the nearly 90 years Gallup has tracked the behavior.—
Martin K.N Siele,
semafor.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Chase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chase. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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