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pursuit

[per-soot] / pərˈsut /




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"This text represents perseverance in the pursuit of climate justice, even in the face of enormous political pressure," she told AFP.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“Steve’s pursuit of perfection was devouring the timeline,” Mr. Cain writes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

Comer’s letter cites reporting that Altman’s pursuit of a Helion deal, which is still ongoing, would come at a lofty valuation of the power-company, boosting the company’s worth and the value of Altman’s investment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

The 32-year-old leaves the Great Britain Cycling Team as a current world and European champion, as well as being part of the women's team pursuit squad who hold the world record.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

The reality of keeping Black men, women, and children enslaved was unjust, a violation of human rights, and contrary to “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness,” the founding ideals of the United States.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock




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