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270+ Words that rhyme with pursue

Pursue is a 1-syllable word with 270 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are ado, boo, coo. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of pursue

verb
  1. carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; "She pursued many activities"; "They engaged in a discussion"
  2. follow in or as if in pursuit; "The police car pursued the suspected attacker"; "Her bad deed followed her and haunted her dreams all her life"
  3. go in search of or hunt for; "pursue a hobby"

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Examples of "pursue" in lyrics

See how pursue is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "Now you want to pursue"
    Buckshot f/ 2Pac, Smif-N-Wessun — Brothaz at Armz
  • "Drop the top of the block, poppin the glide, I pursue"
    C-Bo — 187 Dance
  • "You're the one I live to pursue"
    DC Talk — Mind's Eye

What do these rhymes mean?

ado
a rapid active commotion
anew
again but in a new or different way; "start afresh"; "wanted to write the story anew
boo
a cry or noise made to express displeasure or contempt show displeasure, as after a performance or speech
coo
the sound made by a pigeon speak softly or lovingly
cue
an actor's line that immediately precedes and serves as a reminder for some action or speech evidence that helps to

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "pursue" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like ado, boo, coo create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with pursue?
Words that rhyme with pursue include: ado, boo, coo, cue, anew, blue, brew, chew, clue, coup, and 260 more.
How many syllables does pursue have?
Pursue has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with pursue?
There are 270 words that rhyme with pursue: 270 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for pursue in a song?
The strongest rhymes for pursue in songwriting are ado, boo, coo. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with pursue?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with pursue include ado, boo, coo, cue, anew. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: boo, coo; 1-syllable: ado, anew; 2-syllable: apercu, overdo. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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