chase down
The phrase "chase down" can refer to pursuing, locating, or following up on someone or something, often with persistence.
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Definition
B2General
(common)To pursue someone or something with the intention of catching or apprehending.
Example
- The police officer chased down the suspect through the alley.
B2General
(common)To search for and find someone or something with effort.
Example
- I had to chase down the last copy of the book at the store.
B2Work/Tasks
(common)To follow up on tasks or issues that were previously neglected.
Example
- She had to chase down the missing receipts for the audit.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "chase down":
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