No. 395 in French
poursuivre
To pursue or to continue.
In a sentence
Je vais poursuivre mes études à l’université.
I will continue my studies at the university.
Here, 'poursuivre' is used to mean 'to continue' an endeavor or activity that has already been started, in this case, studies.
La police a poursuivi le voleur à travers la ville.
The police chased the thief through the city.
In this instance, 'poursuivre' means 'to chase' or 'to pursue' someone, often in a literal sense of following or running after them.
Il est important de poursuivre ses rêves pour réussir.
It is important to pursue one's dreams to succeed.
Here, 'poursuivre' conveys the meaning of 'to pursue' ambitions, aspirations, or goals, highlighting effort and determination.
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