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on the trail

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*on the trail (of someone or something)

 and *on the track of someone or something

seeking someone or something; about to find someone or something. (*Typically: be ~; get ~.) I'm on the trail of a new can opener that is supposed to be easier to use. I spent all morning on the track of a vendor who can meet our requirements.

See also: on, trail