pursue

verb

1. 1

   To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase.

2. 2

   To follow, travel down (a particular way, course of action etc.).

   “Her rival pursued a quite different course.”

3. 3

   To aim for, go after (a specified objective, situation etc.).

4. 4

   To participate in (an activity, business etc.); to practise, follow (a profession).

5. 5

   To act as a legal prosecutor.