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traquer

track down, hunt

verb trah-KEH Less Common
People & Society Crime

Usage Note

traquer means to track or hunt relentlessly, used for animals, criminals, and celebrities. Un animal traqué evokes a cornered prey. The related noun traque (f) means 'the hunt' or 'manhunt'. It is stronger than suivre (to follow) — implying relentless pursuit.

Examples

"La police traque le suspect depuis une semaine."

Natural Translation

The police have been tracking the suspect for a week.

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