[give] chase
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to pursue or follow someone or something in an attempt to catch them
- The police decided to give chase when they spotted the suspect fleeing the scene.
- As soon as the hare darted from its hiding spot, the hounds gave chase across the field.
- Determined to retrieve the lost item, Sarah decided to give chase to the thief through the crowded marketplace.
- The children giggled with excitement as they gave chase to the colorful kite soaring in the sky.
- Despite the exhaustion setting in, the marathon runner summoned the last of his energy to give chase to the lead competitor.