chase
Translation
to chase, to pursue, to go after
Examples
The cat likes to chase mice.
The cat likes to chase mice.
He is chasing his dream of becoming a singer.
He is chasing his dream of becoming a singer.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to run after (sb./sth.) The police chased the thief.
((after sb./sth.)) to pursue (sb./sth.) The children chased after the ice cream truck.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pursue, follow, hunt, track
Etymology
From Old French 'chacier', meaning 'to hunt'.
Memory Tips
Think of a car 'chase' in an action movie to remember the image of pursuit.