⚖️prosecute

verb
/ˈprɒsɪkjuːt/

Meaning

to institute legal proceedings against someone

Example Sentences

The lawyer decided to prosecute the case after gathering sufficient evidence.

Synonyms

sue, charge, indict

Antonyms

defend, protect

Collocations

prosecute a case, prosecute someone, prosecute for theft

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