in the pursuit of vs in pursuit of

Both "in the pursuit of" and "in pursuit of" are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. "In the pursuit of" is more formal and emphasizes the specific pursuit or goal, while "in pursuit of" is more commonly used and implies a general pursuit or search.

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in the pursuit of

This phrase is correct and is used in formal contexts to emphasize a specific pursuit or goal.

This phrase is used to indicate the action of pursuing or seeking a particular goal or objective in a formal manner.

Examples:

In the pursuit of knowledge, scientists conduct experiments to uncover new discoveries.
She traveled the world in the pursuit of adventure and new experiences.

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I didn't want it out there that Damian left the restaurant first in the pursuit of some... Professionals.
It's more like I callus myself in the pursuit of happiness.
This is a great step forward in the pursuit of truth.
The seasons and the difficulties particular to each of them in the pursuit of hares are presented.
Following his involvement in the Korean campaign, Masanori was involved in the pursuit of Toyotomi Hidetsugu.
Some have given their lives in the pursuit of truth.
Faith does not limit freedom in the pursuit of knowledge.
Faith and reason are necessary and complementary in the pursuit of truth.
A winning collaboration that unites two large companies in the pursuit of perfection and continuous improvement.
I believe in the pursuit of excellence... and I'll cary the future with me.
Will we be united in the pursuit of truth and reason?
During a career now in its fourth decade, Melville has cruised over almost all the World's oceans in the pursuit of scientific knowledge.
Mason's ahead of the FBI in the pursuit of Hannibal Lecter.
Self-protection in the pursuit of knowledge.
All her time is occupied in the pursuit of a dream.
Collateral damage in the pursuit of a greater good.
He tends to get over enthusiastic in the pursuit of his duties.
Virtually my entire youth was spent in the pursuit of that goal.
The woman is relentless in the pursuit of advancement.
One dinner in the pursuit of truth in journalism.

Alternatives:

in search of
in the quest for
in the pursuit for
in the pursuit to
in the pursuit of excellence

in pursuit of

This phrase is correct and is commonly used to indicate a general pursuit or search.

This phrase is used to express the action of chasing, following, or seeking something in a more casual or everyday context.

Examples:

The detective was in pursuit of the criminal through the crowded streets.
She was in pursuit of a better job opportunity when she applied for the position.

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And we're in pursuit of a fugitive.
All units, officers are in pursuit of armed 2-11 suspects.
Off-duty officer is in pursuit of an ADW suspect in the Hollywood Hills.
An unmarried girl in pursuit of a rich baronet.
We're eastbound on Millhaven Road, in pursuit of a...
Whiskey Romeo Bravo, in pursuit of suspects.
13X-ray 9 is in pursuit of a Code 37 vehicle west on 2-7.
And we are in pursuit of two individuals on foot.
Jane's in pursuit of Gibson.
In the first weeks of 1336 Ashikaga Takauji left Kamakura for Kyoto in pursuit of Nitta Yoshisada.
Crittenden was to take Chattanooga and then turn south in pursuit of Bragg.
Neutrophils and macrophages are phagocytes that travel throughout the body in pursuit of invading pathogens.
Detectives in pursuit of suspect heading west on 44th towards 5th.
Got an officer in pursuit of a suspect headed northbound on Bowery and Grand.
We are forever in pursuit of partners able to embrace this philosophy.
Large natural spa for those in pursuit of relaxation
You're in pursuit of one Pierce Norman.
Shortly after, at the age of 15, Poppy left home for Los Angeles in pursuit of an entertainment career.
The Union army set off in pursuit of Hood from Nashville.
Federal officer in pursuit of suspect.

Alternatives:

chasing
following
seeking
on the trail of
in search of

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