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chasing

/ˈtʃeɪsɪŋ/

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verb

Examples :

"The dog is chasing the ball in the park. "

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To consume another beverage immediately after drinking hard liquor, typically something better tasting or less harsh such as soda or beer; to use a drink as a chaser

Examples :

"I need something to chase this shot with."

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To attempt to win by scoring the required number of runs in the final innings.

Examples :

"Australia will be chasing 217 for victory on the final day."

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To swing at a pitch outside of the strike zone, typically an outside pitch

Examples :

"The batter kept chasing the pitches that were far outside, so he struck out. "

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To produce enough offense to cause the pitcher to be removed

Examples :

"The rally chased the starter."

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To groove; indent.

Examples :

"The carpenter was chasing a groove into the wooden board with his chisel. "

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To place piping or wiring in a groove encased within a wall or floor, or in a hidden space encased by a wall.

Examples :

"chase the pipe"

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To cut (the thread of a screw).

Examples :

"The machinist is chasing threads on the metal rod to ensure the bolt fits correctly. "

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To decorate (metal) by engraving or embossing.

Examples :

"The silversmith was chasing intricate floral patterns onto the teapot. "

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Engraved or embossed decoration.

Examples :

"gold with chasings of silver"