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rincorrere

to chase, to run after

verb reen-KOR-reh-reh Rare

Usage Note

Rincorrere is formed from ri- (again) + correre (to run) and means to chase or run after someone or something. It is irregular, following the pattern of correre: past participle rincorso, passato prossimo with avere. The reflexive rincorrersi means to chase each other — a common image in children's play (i bambini si rincorrono).

Examples

"Il cane rincorre il gatto per tutto il giardino."

Natural Translation

The dog chases the cat all around the garden.

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