PURSUIT

(noun) the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
"the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit"
synonyms : chase , following , pursual
The drug dealer was arrested after the long chase. -added by Aswathy_inlas
(noun) a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
"sailing is her favorite pastime", "his main pastime is gambling", "he counts reading among his interests", "they criticized the boy for his limited pursuits"
synonyms : interest , pastime
(noun) an auxiliary activity
synonyms : avocation , by-line , hobby , sideline , spare-time activity
His job at the restaurant is only an avocation for him. It pays well though. -added by geeta_inlas
(noun) a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria
"the pursuit of love", "life is more than the pursuance of fame", "a quest for wealth"
synonyms : pursuance , quest

Mnemonics for pursuit

(Tag: ) a famous movie 'In pursuit of happiness' casting will smith
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(Tag: Language) A purse was picked by the culprit and it was chased and returned by the police (followed)
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(Tag: ) person in a suit must have a hobby
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