as in executed
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 prosecuted
Howard Randolph was never charged or prosecuted in Lillian’s case.
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Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 10 May 2026
Other human rights lawyers have been recently prosecuted in Russia, including Maria Bontsler, a prominent lawyer who defended individuals persecuted by politically motivated charges.
—Irwin Cotler, Time, 8 May 2026
Yacelga said he was never prosecuted.
—Julia Ingram, CBS News, 8 May 2026
As part of these efforts, the US has ousted Venezuela’s former leader, expanded the US embargo on Cuba, prosecuted senior Mexican officials with alleged cartel ties, and punished Costa Rican journalists for criticizing a Washington ally.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
The Kansas Attorney General’s office so far hasn’t prosecuted anyone for violating a new law that polices transgender identity and public restroom usage in government buildings.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The case was investigated and prosecuted by the Connecticut Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2026
Data reflect offenses reported by police, regardless of the extent prosecuted.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
Becerra warned journalists they could be prosecuted for possessing confidential information after reporters with UC Berkeley’s Investigative Reporting Program obtained a list of cops and applicants who had been convicted of crimes.
—Lia Russell
may 3, Sacbee.com, 3 May 2026
Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 10 May 2026
Other human rights lawyers have been recently prosecuted in Russia, including Maria Bontsler, a prominent lawyer who defended individuals persecuted by politically motivated charges.
—Irwin Cotler, Time, 8 May 2026
Yacelga said he was never prosecuted.
—Julia Ingram, CBS News, 8 May 2026
As part of these efforts, the US has ousted Venezuela’s former leader, expanded the US embargo on Cuba, prosecuted senior Mexican officials with alleged cartel ties, and punished Costa Rican journalists for criticizing a Washington ally.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 7 May 2026
The Kansas Attorney General’s office so far hasn’t prosecuted anyone for violating a new law that polices transgender identity and public restroom usage in government buildings.
—Matthew Kelly, Kansas City Star, 7 May 2026
The case was investigated and prosecuted by the Connecticut Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2026
Data reflect offenses reported by police, regardless of the extent prosecuted.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
Becerra warned journalists they could be prosecuted for possessing confidential information after reporters with UC Berkeley’s Investigative Reporting Program obtained a list of cops and applicants who had been convicted of crimes.
—Lia Russell
may 3, Sacbee.com, 3 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosecuted
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That contradiction — an audacious creative vision executed on a shoestring — sits at the heart of what has made Oldenburg one of Europe’s most beloved indie showcases.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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On March 12, 2025, a search warrant was executed at Sohaib’s home in Alexandria.—
Nate Anderson,
ArsTechnica,
12 May 2026
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The suit says that Cantrell was eventually transferred to Oregon Health & Science University hospital, where doctors immediately recognized his condition as life-threatening, stabilized him and performed multiple surgeries, including amputating his arm up to his shoulder.—
Minyvonne Burke,
NBC news,
12 May 2026
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No autopsy was performed after Chad declined, and she was buried within days, per KSL-TV.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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With Oh in net and five locals on the roster, headlined by senior midfielder Lily Assini, CU believes more of the program’s history can be accomplished in the coming weeks.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
7 May 2026
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Sound stewardship of resources is accomplished best at the regional and local level.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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In some ways, Rashad has fulfilled that promise.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The honor fulfilled late owner Joan Payson’ decades-old wish to retire the number after the Say Hey Kid’s playing days.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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This is the beginning of a childhood dream achieved.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
10 May 2026
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Madrid achieved that 94 years ago, when meetings between the two clubs were not quite so charged, to pick up the 1931-32 title, their first league success.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
10 May 2026
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Johnson’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday, nor did HUD officials.—
Lizzie Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
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The two men then said Smollett paid them to stage the attack, and Smollett was charged with filing a false police report; the charges were later dropped after Smollett paid a fine and did community service.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Modern presidents from Ronald Reagan to Barack Obama to Joe Biden spoke to the Jewish community in the language of protection, inclusion, and appreciation for the contributions Jews have made to American life.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Longoria took a more casual approach with her look, but the crisp shade made the outfit appear put-together.—
Rylee Johnston,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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“Prosecuted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosecuted. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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