verb (gerund/present participle)
perseguindo
1. Following someone or something with the intent to catch or overtake them
The police officer was pursuing the suspect through the streets.
O policial estava perseguindo o suspeito pelas ruas.
2. Engaging in or continuing with an activity, goal, or course of action
She is pursuing a degree in medicine.
Ela está perseguindo um diploma em medicina.
3. Seeking or attempting to obtain something
He is pursuing his dreams of becoming a musician.
Ele está buscando seus sonhos de se tornar músico.
4. Continuing to follow a particular course or line of thought
They decided to pursue the matter further with their lawyer.
Eles decidiram prosseguir o assunto com seu advogado.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'pursuing' carries positive connotations when related to goals and ambitions, reflecting the value placed on personal achievement and self-improvement. It's commonly used in educational and professional contexts to describe career advancement and personal development.
NYC Slang
chasin' (informal: 'He's chasin' that promotion')
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