pursuit

🇬🇧 UK/pә'sju:t/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

The act of chasing or seeking something; a regular hobby or activity.

追赶,追求;(业余)爱好,消遣活动

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
pursuitother
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Common Collocations

  • 1.in pursuit of追求……,寻求……
  • 2.leisure pursuit休闲爱好
  • 3.hot pursuit紧追不舍
  • 4.pursuit of happiness对幸福的追求

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The pursuit of knowledge is at the heart of every great university.

  • 2.

    Officers gave pursuit when the vehicle ran a red light.

  • 3.

    Gardening and hiking are among her favorite leisure pursuits.

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