Cool MateMeaning of Chasing
Pursuing someone or something that is moving away.
In simple words: Running after someone or something.
Chasing in a sentence
- The dog is chasing its tail.
- She was chasing her dreams of becoming an artist.
- The police were chasing the suspect down the street.
- We spent the afternoon chasing butterflies in the garden.
- He kept chasing after the latest fashion trends.
- I saw him chasing after the bus but missed it.
How to use Chasing
Usually implies a sense of urgency or pursuit. Avoid in formal writing. Use in both spoken and written contexts.
Grammar pattern
chase + object
Memory hint
Think of a 'chase' scene in a movie where someone is running fast.
Related words
Collocations with Chasing
- chasing a dream
- chasing someone
- chasing after
- chasing a goal
Opposites of Chasing
- ignoring
- avoiding
- fleeing
Common mistakes with Chasing
- Confused with 'chase' as a noun instead of a verb.
- 'Chasing' is often inaccurately used with 'for' instead of 'after'.
- Incorrectly using 'chasing' in the past without context.
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More words like Chasing
- Greatest
the best or most important
- BeA1
To exist or live.
- IA1
The word used by a person to talk about themselves.
- OfA1
shows a relationship between things, often to indicate belonging or connection.
- TheA1
A word that shows a specific thing is being talked about.
- YouA1
A word used to talk about the person or people you are speaking to.
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Frequently asked questions about "Chasing"
What does "Chasing" mean?
Running after someone or something.
What is the definition of "Chasing"?
Pursuing someone or something that is moving away.
How do you use "Chasing" in a sentence?
The dog is chasing its tail.
Can you give another example of "Chasing"?
She was chasing her dreams of becoming an artist.
What are synonyms for "Chasing"?
Common alternatives include pursuing, running after, following, hounding, hunting.
What is the opposite of "Chasing"?
Opposite meanings include ignoring, avoiding, fleeing.
What words go with "Chasing"?
It commonly pairs with chasing a dream, chasing someone, chasing after, chasing a goal.
What are common mistakes when using "Chasing"?
Confused with 'chase' as a noun instead of a verb. 'Chasing' is often inaccurately used with 'for' instead of 'after'. Incorrectly using 'chasing' in the past without context.
How do you pronounce "Chasing"?
US: //ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ//, UK: //ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Chasing"?
Usually implies a sense of urgency or pursuit. Avoid in formal writing. Use in both spoken and written contexts.