go after
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[edit] English
[edit] Verb
to go after (someone or something)
- To pursue in attempt to catch another.
- The downed officer couldn't go after the criminal.
- To pursue an object or a goal.
- In little league, usually everyone goes after the ball.
- Inspired, the scientist went right after the new idea.
[edit] Usage notes
Not to be confused with "going after someone", meaning following someone or something in sequence.
