Give chase Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Action Intensity Indicates urgent, energetic effort to catch someone or something. The players give chase to the ball with determination. Pro Tip 2/3Catch Intent Implies a strong intent to catch or apprehend rather than just following. The security guard gave chase to the shoplifter. Pro Tip 3/3Immediately Used when the pursuit is started quickly, almost instantly after the target. As soon as the cat ran, the dog gave chase.