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litigation

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Definition of litigation

as in lawsuit

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Recent Examples of litigation That would mean the current landscape of college sports will continue to evolve through litigation. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 28 July 2026 The Art Newspaper tried—and failed—to determine the whereabouts of the artworks allegedly purchased by Zhong and Coromandel Properties, but lawyers for both sides declined to comment while the litigation remains ongoing. — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 27 July 2026 The judge also denied Wayfarer’s request to pause the case pending a possible appeal, noting that the parties’ May 2026 settlement of the underlying federal litigation included a waiver of appellate rights, making the request moot. — Elizabeth Rosner, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 That will delay the merger for at least a few months, and potentially up to a year or more, as the litigation plays out in court. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for litigation

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In a civil lawsuit against her medical providers, Clancy said a voice in her head ordered her to kill the children and herself.

— Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
The lawsuit alleges Cacioppo had previously won competitive contract bids.

— Alexa Newsom, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

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However, both may profoundly influence culpability, competency, and the fairness of criminal proceedings.

— Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
He was detained without incident, and will remain in custody pending immigration proceedings, according to the statement.

— Mary Ella Hastings Updated July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

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The suit alleges violations of her First Amendment rights and that she was discriminated against because of her Muslim religion.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026
The bank argued that changes to her team and duties were part of a broader business decision to consolidate services, according to Wells Fargo’s March 2025 response to the suit.

— Chase Jordan July 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

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