as in suit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
the homeowner filed a lawsuit against the moving company that was refusing to be held responsible for damaging her furniture
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Recent Examples of lawsuit
The lawsuit is one of a few court cases against the same group of defendants, including one filed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board.
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
The Police Department expects to be over budget by roughly $3 million by the end of the fiscal year, which runs through April 30, on overtime expenses, but Duncan said that doesn’t factor in the lawsuits that remain pending in court.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 7 Feb. 2026
Another city spokesperson, Jessica King, said city communications officials mistakenly provided outdated information because the staff who were familiar with the current limit were at a court hearing in a lawsuit related to an effort to thwart the ongoing convention center expansion.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
The lack of a clear legal basis makes the companies vulnerable to lawsuits from competitors, Harrell said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2026
The Police Department expects to be over budget by roughly $3 million by the end of the fiscal year, which runs through April 30, on overtime expenses, but Duncan said that doesn’t factor in the lawsuits that remain pending in court.
—Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 7 Feb. 2026
Another city spokesperson, Jessica King, said city communications officials mistakenly provided outdated information because the staff who were familiar with the current limit were at a court hearing in a lawsuit related to an effort to thwart the ongoing convention center expansion.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
The lack of a clear legal basis makes the companies vulnerable to lawsuits from competitors, Harrell said.
—Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lawsuit
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Whatever wavelength Oliver is operating on best suits Fennell’s apparent aims with her take on the story, and its absurdity alone recommends the film.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
9 Feb. 2026
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Tim Allan, Starmer’s director of communications, followed suit on Monday, resigning from his position in what appeared to be an attempt to ease the pressure on Starmer.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
9 Feb. 2026
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That was despite Kaley’s mother’s attempts to use third-party software to block access to the platforms, according to her complaint.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
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In 2021, the phone call from Rhoades at the insurance department described 50-plus complaints.—
J.C. Hallman,
Oklahoman,
10 Feb. 2026
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The partners attempted to buy the property to make way for the museum and then threatened eminent domain proceedings.—
Madison Iszler,
San Antonio Express-News,
10 Feb. 2026
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According to the outlet, the couple have been going through divorce proceedings since March 2023.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Doctors will become more cautious about treating pregnant women for fear of costly litigation.—
Eleanor Sobel,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Bharara wrote that Slotkin's constitutional rights had been infringed and said litigation is being considered.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Lawsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lawsuit. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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