1. past tense of pursue; to follow or chase someone or something
2. past tense of pursue; to try to achieve or obtain something over time
3. past tense of pursue; to continue with an activity or course of action

Examples

• The police pursued the suspect through the crowded streets.
• She pursued her dream of becoming a doctor for eight years.
• He pursued his studies despite financial difficulties.
• The detective pursued every lead in the case.
• They pursued a policy of economic reform.
• The journalist pursued the story for months.
• She pursued her interest in photography after college.