chasing

To pursue.

To consume another beverage immediately after drinking hard liquor, typically something better tasting or less harsh such as soda or beer; to use a drink as a chaser

“I need something to chase this shot with.”

To attempt to win by scoring the required number of runs in the final innings.

“Australia will be chasing 217 for victory on the final day.”

To swing at a pitch outside of the strike zone, typically an outside pitch

To produce enough offense to cause the pitcher to be removed

“The rally chased the starter.”

To groove; indent.

To place piping or wiring in a groove encased within a wall or floor, or in a hidden space encased by a wall.

“chase the pipe”

To cut (the thread of a screw).

To decorate (metal) by engraving or embossing.

Engraved or embossed decoration.

“gold with chasings of silver”