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Definitions from the WebThe ChaseDescription:The Chase refers to the act of pursuing or hunting someone or something. It can also refer to the attempt to capture or catch a person, an animal, or an object by giving chase. Possible Senses and Usages:1. Noun: The act of pursuing someone or something; a pursuit. 2. Noun: An organized game or contest involving pursuing and capturing someone or something. 3. Noun: A hunting activity, typically involving hounds or birds used for hunting. 4. Noun: A frantically competitive or energetic situation. 5. Verb: To pursue or follow someone or something closely and relentlessly. 6. Verb: To strive to obtain or achieve something. Examples:1. Noun - The act of pursuing someone or something: - The police were engaged in a high-speed chase after the suspect. - The cat was exhausted after a long chase of the elusive mouse. 2. Noun - An organized game or contest involving pursuing and capturing someone or something: - The children played a thrilling game of capture the flag, where the chase was intense. - The participants in the scavenger hunt embarked on a wild chase to find all the hidden items. 3. Noun - A hunting activity, typically involving hounds or birds used for hunting: - The nobleman enjoyed participating in fox chases during the hunting season. - Falconry involves the release of birds of prey for the chase and capture of other animals. 4. Noun - A frantically competitive or energetic situation: - The office was a mad chase to meet the end-of-quarter sales targets. - The marathon turned into a thrilling chase to the finish line as the top runners sprinted toward victory. 5. Verb - To pursue or follow someone or something closely and relentlessly: - The detective chased the criminal through the crowded market, determined to catch him. - The dog excitedly chased its tail, unaware that it could never be caught. 6. Verb - To strive to obtain or achieve something: - She had been chasing her dream of becoming a singer since she was a child. - The ambitious entrepreneur chased success tirelessly throughout his career. Related Products:Find books related to "the chase" on Amazon: | ||||
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