Prosecute
/ˈprɒsɪˌkjuːt/
To initiate legal proceedings against someone in a court of law.
Examples
- The prosecution presented its opening arguments.
- Authorities will prosecute anyone who breaks the new regulation.
- The prosecutor prosecuted the case with determination.
- prosecute the defendant for tax evasion.
- She is prosecuting a lawsuit against the corporation.
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