einen Zweck verfolgen
to pursue a purpose
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In a sentence
Der Verein verfolgt mit dem Projekt einen karitativen Zweck.
How it is used
Neutral. Means 'to pursue a purpose' – actively working toward a goal. Use in a mission statement or strategy discussion. Common mistake: 'verfolgen' implies ongoing effort, not just intention.
Other verbs that go with Zweck
This is the choice the collocation turns on.
- einen Zweck erfüllento fulfill a purpose
- den Zweck verfehlento miss the purpose
- einem Zweck dienento fulfill a specific function or goal
- einem Zweck genügento be sufficient or adequate for a particular purpose
Other collocations built on verfolgen
- die Spur verfolgento persistently track a trail, often with intent to catch
- ein Ziel verfolgento pursue a goal
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