as in executing
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 prosecuting
In both, Smith cited a Justice Department policy against prosecuting a sitting president.
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Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
His office is more concerned about arresting police officers than prosecuting criminals.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 20 Feb. 2026
He’s talked tough in news conferences about prosecuting child predators, drug traffickers and assorted wrongdoers.
—Dan Sullivan, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The new Public Corruption Unit will be aimed identifying, investigating, and prosecuting corruption involving public funds and legislative appropriations, according to information provided by Uthmeier.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
As with the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, remote cameras and other digital surveillance technology is increasingly important in solving and prosecuting wildlife poachers.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
My key priorities include prosecuting violent offenders, gangs, traffickers, fentanyl dealers, and cartels; supporting local law enforcement; pursuing lawsuits to defend Texas; and aggressively investigating and prosecuting fraud.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Beyond the Epstein files, Democrats raised broad concerns about the Justice Department increasingly investigating and prosecuting the president’s political foes.
—Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Who is Orlando Sonza, lead counsel prosecuting Don Lemon?
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
His office is more concerned about arresting police officers than prosecuting criminals.
—Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 20 Feb. 2026
He’s talked tough in news conferences about prosecuting child predators, drug traffickers and assorted wrongdoers.
—Dan Sullivan, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The new Public Corruption Unit will be aimed identifying, investigating, and prosecuting corruption involving public funds and legislative appropriations, according to information provided by Uthmeier.
—Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 19 Feb. 2026
As with the Nancy Guthrie disappearance, remote cameras and other digital surveillance technology is increasingly important in solving and prosecuting wildlife poachers.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 15 Feb. 2026
My key priorities include prosecuting violent offenders, gangs, traffickers, fentanyl dealers, and cartels; supporting local law enforcement; pursuing lawsuits to defend Texas; and aggressively investigating and prosecuting fraud.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Beyond the Epstein files, Democrats raised broad concerns about the Justice Department increasingly investigating and prosecuting the president’s political foes.
—Ana Ceballos, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Who is Orlando Sonza, lead counsel prosecuting Don Lemon?
—Erin Glynn, Cincinnati Enquirer, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosecuting
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But executing its strategy won’t be easy.—
Xiaoying You,
semafor.com,
24 Feb. 2026
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The writing didn’t necessarily have a purposeful driving imperative, but the show’s new cast was exceptional, and there were worse things to do than watch Kerry Bishé, Eliza Coupe, Dave Franco and Michael Mosley executing Bill Lawrence’s dialogue and wild tonal shifts.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Feb. 2026
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Instead of fulfilling their contracts, the suspects used the funds for the company’s operating costs and their own personal expenses, the documents state.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 Feb. 2026
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Working with Jamie Lloyd and Hayley Atwell on Shakespeare’s most warm-hearted play has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my performing life.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2026
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One of his favorite memories wasn’t taking pictures, but performing with Bob at a Grammy party.—
Alison Weinflash,
Rolling Stone,
21 Feb. 2026
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Patrick Smith / Getty Images Athletes jump off a near-vertical ramp, launching themselves in the air and performing complex aerobatics, reaching speeds of up to more than 65 km per hour.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Iowa's dominance in collegiate wrestling The Hawkeyes lead all Iowa schools with 24 team titles at the NCAA Championships, last accomplishing this feat in 2021, and are second all-time, behind Oklahoma State (34).—
Cooper Worth,
Des Moines Register,
17 Feb. 2026
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Recording 200 strikeouts is another one of his goals in 2026, and accomplishing it would likely mean good things for the Mets.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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There’s something so pleasing about smooth, streak-free floors—and the good news is, achieving them doesn’t have to take over your schedule.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
21 Feb. 2026
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Regardless of whether Arthur Agee and William Gates become the next Jordan — or even the next Isiah Thomas — their lives wind up far more interesting than potential glory, with unexpected developments achieving a profundity few scripts ever could have.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The problem with polls The consensus view among observers is that a small minority of Russians oppose the war, a slightly larger minority enthusiastically support the war, and the majority passively go along with what the state is doing.—
Elizaveta Gaufman,
The Conversation,
21 Feb. 2026
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The military level is doing serious preparation.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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In June, his twin sons transferred to his alma mater from a Detroit prep school with hopes of making their papa proud and lifting the town’s spirit.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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But, since staying cozy is key for making it through long travel days, the Trendy Queen 2-piece Matching Lounge Set is an excellent alternative that’s more form-fitting without feeling restrictive.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Dalton previously faced criticism for implementing an artificial intelligence child welfare algorithm that disproportionately flagged Black children for followup investigations, according to The Associated Press.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026
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The park, backyard, beach, or other safe outdoor areas are great for implementing unstructured play.—
Alex Vance,
Parents,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Prosecuting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosecuting. Accessed 1 Mar. 2026.
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