chase; pursue; catch up with
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to chase; to pursue in order to catch or attack
Emphasizes the action of running after someone or something with the intent to capture, attack, or stop them. Often used in military, hunting, or emergency contexts.
The police are chasing the fleeing thief.
The hound is rapidly chasing wild rabbits in the forest.
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The soldiers bravely chased the enemy until victory was achieved.
The children were chasing each other on the playground and having a great time.
That cat is nimbly chasing a mouse.
verb
to catch up with; to strive to reach the level of
Emphasizes reducing the gap between oneself and a target that is ahead, whether in terms of distance, time, or development level. Often used in the context of technology, standards, or progress.
We must strive to catch up with world advanced levels.
He quickened his pace to catch up with the team ahead.
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This company is catching up with the industry leader.
Through efforts, we finally caught up with the pace of the times.
Xiao Ming runs very fast; it's hard for me to catch up with him.