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pursue in Dutch

pursue in Dutch is achtervolgen, najagen, volgen — pursue means to follow someone or something in order to catch them.

pursue in Dutch

achtervolgen
verb
(ambitransitive) To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase. [from 14th c.]
najagen
verb
(ambitransitive) To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase. [from 14th c.]
volgen
verb
(transitive) To follow, travel down (a particular way, course of action etc.). [from late 14th c.]
najagen
verb
(transitive) To aim for, go after (a specified objective, situation etc.). [from late 14th c.]
beoefenen
verb
(transitive) To participate in (an activity, business etc.); to practise, follow (a profession). [from 15th c.]

What does "pursue" mean?

  1. verb To follow someone or something in order to catch them.
    "The dog pursued the rabbit across the field until it disappeared into the hedge."
  2. verb To work toward or continue with a goal, activity, or career.
    "Many students pursue their dream of becoming an artist after they leave school."
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pursue in a sentence

  • The dog pursued the rabbit across the field until it disappeared into the hedge.
  • A fox pursued the chickens around the farmyard at dawn.
  • Many students pursue their dream of becoming an artist after they leave school.
  • She decided to pursue a career in medicine.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "pursue" in Dutch?
"pursue" in Dutch is achtervolgen, najagen, volgen. pursue means: To follow someone or something in order to catch them.
How do you use "pursue" in a sentence?
Example: "The dog pursued the rabbit across the field until it disappeared into the hedge." In Dutch, "pursue" is achtervolgen, najagen, volgen.
Are there other ways to say "pursue" in Dutch?
Yes — Dutch has 4 translations listed for "pursue": achtervolgen, najagen, volgen, beoefenen.
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