Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To follow someone or something with the intent to catch or capture them.
Chase
/tʃeɪs/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The dog chased the cat around the yard.We spent the afternoon chasing after butterflies in the park.
Etymology:
The word chase originates from the Old French term chacier, which descends from the Latin captare meaning to catch or seize. It has been used in the English language since the Middle Ages, around the 14th century.
Usage Statistics:
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