Phrase guide

give chase

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To begin chasing or pursuing someone or something, whether on foot or by vehicle.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, intransitive

Examples

  • After the robbery, the police gave chase but didn't catch the suspect.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: give pursuit

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

go after with the intent to catch

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • The policeman chased the mugger down the alley
  • the dog chased the rabbit

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: chase, chase after, trail, tail, tag, dog, go after, track

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: pursue, follow

Narrower terms: tree, quest, hound, hunt, trace, run down

History

Etymology

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