Meaning of the word "in pursuit of" in English

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in pursuit of

US /ɪn pərˈsuːt əv/
UK /ɪn pəˈsjuːt əv/

Phrase

trying to achieve something

Example:
She moved to the city in pursuit of her dreams.
The police car sped down the road in pursuit of the suspect.
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