What does "Go after" mean?

pursue or attack

Synonym: pursue, chase Opposite: avoid, retreat

"Go after" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

cops are usually afraid to go after their captains like that, but you, sir, are old-school.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E8

Lynette, will you go after her?

Desperate Housewives S1E18

Go after your sister.

Euphoria S1E8

You have to go after her.

Frozen 1

I-I-I HAVE TO GO AFTER HER.

Gossip Girl S1E6

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO GO AFTER ANOTHER WOMAN'S HUSBAND?

Grey's Anatomy S2E1

If it's no, then I am done going after Robin forever.

How I Met Your Mother S1E22

"Go after" in TV shows & movies

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