as in to execute
to carry through (as a process) to completion
the neurologists plan to prosecute their research for as long as funding remains available
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Recent Examples of prosecute
The criminal section of the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division specializes in investigating and prosecuting constitutional violations by law enforcement officers.
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Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
To date, more than 30 individuals have been prosecuted and convicted.
—Chase Jordan
january 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
The other five members of Congress, not subject to the UCMJ, are not being prosecuted under civilian sedition laws.
—Michael Szalma, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Data reflect offenses reported by police, regardless of the extent prosecuted.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 9 Jan. 2026
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Sarah N. Lynch, CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
To date, more than 30 individuals have been prosecuted and convicted.
—Chase Jordan
january 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
The other five members of Congress, not subject to the UCMJ, are not being prosecuted under civilian sedition laws.
—Michael Szalma, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Data reflect offenses reported by police, regardless of the extent prosecuted.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosecute
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Now, Braddy's case is back in court, with a jury once again weighing whether he should be executed.—
Nicole Acosta,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Rodarte, while executing a search warrant at an Olivehurst home the morning of March 26, was killed by a single gunshot, which authorities said was fired by Rick David Oliver.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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But advocates argued that merely checking a box to satisfy an audit does not necessarily mean improvements in animal welfare, as evidenced by several troubling incidents that occurred last year, which is why advocates want greater transparency into how the city is fulfilling its obligations.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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On September 8, 2025—one year after the Nevada court showdown—the Murdochs reached an accord that fulfilled Rupert’s wish that Lachlan would inherit the empire.—
Gabriel Sherman,
Vanity Fair,
14 Jan. 2026
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The project will serve as a pilot for the city’s Project Labor Agreement ordinance, with most construction performed by union workers.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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The brand will launch with its full product assortment in the region, though marketing will emphasize top-performing categories — blush, complexion, bronzer, tools and glow essentials — which align with existing regional DTC demand.—
Ritu Upadhyay,
Footwear News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Mars accomplished that this week when tickets went on sale for his Romantic Tour, which marks his first full headlining trek in almost a decade.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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This can be accomplished without compromising safety.—
Ross Marchand,
Baltimore Sun,
14 Jan. 2026
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Though designers will still prioritize efficiency, the triangle might not always be the default layout to achieve what a homeowner wants.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Jan. 2026
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In theory, this engine could achieve escape velocity from the Solar System, but would also produce considerable heat and radiation that would need to be safely contained.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Once that’s done and completely turned off, use a small brush to clean around the disposal and inside it.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Warriors coach Steve Kerr spent most of Thursday’s pregame press conference doing his best to downplay multiple reports that Jonathan Kuminga requested a trade away from Golden State.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
16 Jan. 2026
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The existing program was implemented in 2024 and is in effect for two years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The president said Thursday that the two mortgage giants under government conservatorship, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, have $200 billion in cash that will be used to make the mortgage bond purchases.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Ball certainly didn’t have any issue getting into the action, posting a team-best 11 first-quarter points on the strength of making his first three attempts and banking in a running 3-pointer off the glass at the buzzer, signaling the conclusion of the game’s initial 12 minutes.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Prosecute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosecute. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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