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Pursuing Definition & Meaning

pursuing
adjective
  1. following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit; "the fox fled from the pursuing hounds"; "listened for the hounds' pursuing bark"

"Pursuing" in song lyrics

See how pursuing is used in real songs:

  • "A new era, placed first, style pursuing"
    Dilated Peoples — Marathon
  • "For my childhood friends, locked for Benjamin pursuing"
    E.S.G. f/ D-Reck, D-Gotti, Noke D — Thugs in Heaven
  • "Just for life, I'm pursuing"
    Jean Grae — Lovesong

Usage tips for "pursuing"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pursuing" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pursuing to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does pursuing mean?
following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit; "the fox fled from the pursuing hounds"; "listened for the hounds' pursuing bark"
What part of speech is pursuing?
Pursuing is an adjective.

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