pursuit

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pur|suit /pərsj'uːt, AM -s'uːt/ (pursuits)
1 [N-UNCOUNT] N of n, oft in N of n
Your pursuit of something is your attempts at achieving it. If you do something in pursuit of a particular result, you do it in order to achieve that result.
...a young man whose relentless pursuit of excellence is conducted with single-minded determination.
2 [N-UNCOUNT] N of n
The pursuit of an activity, interest, or plan consists of all the things that you do when you are carrying it out.
The vigorous pursuit of policies is no guarantee of success.
3 [N-UNCOUNT] usu in N of n
Someone who is in pursuit of a person, vehicle, or animal is chasing them.
...a police officer who drove a patrol car at more than 120mph in pursuit of a motor cycle.
4 [N-COUNT] usu pl, with supp
Your pursuits are your activities, usually activities that you enjoy when you are not working.
They both love outdoor pursuits...
5 [PHRASE]
If you are in hot pursuit of someone, you are chasing after them with great determination.
I rushed through with Sue in hot pursuit.

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