pursue
Example Sentences
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“When someone sets fires that endanger lives and destroy a community’s sense of safety, my office will pursue the most serious charges available and seek justice for the victims,” Los Angeles County Dist.
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
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
In Panama, Scott can pursue his own medical agenda without fear of government intervention, something he believes is holding back breakthroughs in the longevity space.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
“You travelled to seek happiness, but a fatality seems to pursue you. And poor Clerval—”
From "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.