Synonyms for

Chases

Verb / ˈtʃeɪsʌz / / ˈtʃeɪsɪz / Another word for chases — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to run after someone or something in order to catch them

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

pursues hunts tracks follows

Informal

goes after runs after is after hunts down

Literary

hunts down pursues tracks

Antonyms

flees escapes evades retreats hides avoids

Common collocations

  • chases after
  • chases down
  • chases away
  • chases the ball
  • chases a dream
  • chases a suspect
  • chases a rabbit

Word family

noun chase
verb chase
adjective chasing

Usage note

The verb 'chases' implies actively pursuing someone or something. It can be used literally (e.g., chasing a ball) or figuratively (e.g., chasing a dream).

Example sentences

  1. The police officer chases the thief on foot.
  2. The cat chases the mouse around the house.
  3. The kids play a game of tag where they chase each other around the playground.
  4. The cheetah chases after its prey in the wild.
  5. The dog chases its tail in circles.

Quotes

  • “Chase your dreams until you catch them...and then dream, catch, and dream again!” - Dee Marie
  • “Don’t chase people. Be yourself, do your own thing and work hard. The right people – the ones who really belong in your life – will come to you. And stay.” - Will Smith
  • “We are all chasing happiness. Life is a race, and if you don’t run fast enough, you’ll lose sight of it.” - John Lennon

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