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
The State Attorney’s Office said prosecuting them in adult court provides more long-term options than would be available in the juvenile justice system.
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Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 14 Mar. 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation led the investigation and the Dodge County District Attorney is prosecuting the case.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 13 Mar. 2026
In the European Union, the Digital Services and AI acts aim to reduce the harmful content users are exposed to, especially young people – by prosecuting tech companies that fail to stop the spread of harmful and abusive content on their platforms.
—Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
In its present form, the existing legislation prevents the CPS from prosecuting.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting the case.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The State Department revoked visas in July for members of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, as well as their family members, who were involved in prosecuting former President Jair Bolsonaro and briefly banning Elon Musk's X in 2024.
—Shannon Bond, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
The office has myriad functions, ranging from handling consumer protection issues and prosecuting some crimes to defending state laws in court.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
The county attorney’s office prosecuting Miller on his Iowa charges declined Friday to answer any questions on the case, including whether Iowa prosecutors would allow Utah officials to first pursue the more serious charges against Miller.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 14 Mar. 2026
The Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation led the investigation and the Dodge County District Attorney is prosecuting the case.
—Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 13 Mar. 2026
In the European Union, the Digital Services and AI acts aim to reduce the harmful content users are exposed to, especially young people – by prosecuting tech companies that fail to stop the spread of harmful and abusive content on their platforms.
—Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
In its present form, the existing legislation prevents the CPS from prosecuting.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office will be prosecuting the case.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026
The State Department revoked visas in July for members of Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, as well as their family members, who were involved in prosecuting former President Jair Bolsonaro and briefly banning Elon Musk's X in 2024.
—Shannon Bond, NPR, 9 Mar. 2026
The office has myriad functions, ranging from handling consumer protection issues and prosecuting some crimes to defending state laws in court.
—Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
The county attorney’s office prosecuting Miller on his Iowa charges declined Friday to answer any questions on the case, including whether Iowa prosecutors would allow Utah officials to first pursue the more serious charges against Miller.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosecuting
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The scholars argue that decisions involving life and human dignity must remain in human hands, warning that AI systems capable of selecting and executing targets fundamentally alter the moral nature of war.—
Sharon Goldman,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2026
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But there must be a heavy price for the regime for executing young people like this.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Friday establishing the first-ever Mayor's Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs, fulfilling a campaign promise.—
Andrew Ramos,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Two years into their reign, the couple have started their first state trip to Australia at the Red Centre, a sacred place in the country, fulfilling a rite of passage that is already a classic in the iconography of royal families.—
Diego Parrado,
Vanity Fair,
14 Mar. 2026
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The ceremony kicked off with Alana Haim (of the band Haim and also a co-star on the movie with Zendaya) performing a DJ set.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
15 Mar. 2026
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Egyptian immigrants Azzam and Samra Ahmed are padding their savings by performing for bots in their one-bedroom apartment in Pasadena.—
NILESH CHRISTOPHER LOS ANGELES TIMES,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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Redick added that Ayton is accomplishing the small tasks too, becoming a vital part of the Lakers’ pick-and-roll game again with his screens – helping create for Doncic and Reaves, and receiving for close-range looks as well.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Auriemma described it as one of the most emotional moments of his career, years of struggle and disappointment cumulating in the catharsis of finally accomplishing that ultimate goal.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
13 Mar. 2026
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The security of Jewish self-determination is interlinked and intertwined with achieving Palestinian self-determination.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Giddey last week surpassed Scottie Pippen with his 16th triple-double with the Bulls, achieving that milestone in only 110 games.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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One way of doing this is to not give them building permits.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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How Often To Clean Baseboards Stein recommends dusting your baseboards monthly and then doing a deeper clean with vinegar every 3-4 months.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
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The defense did not call witnesses during the trial, instead focusing on making their case through cross-examination of prosecution witnesses and closing arguments.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated March 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2026
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But Malema was convicted of hate speech for making threats last year, and his party won less than ten per cent of the national vote in the most recent South African election—hardly a ringing endorsement of his ideas.—
Boyce Upholt,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Burroughs said implementing an administrative stay and deferring ruling on the postponement gives both sides time to file briefs on the emergency motion.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The city began tightening its belt around December, implementing a limited hiring freeze and scaling back some services after revenues came in $15 million to $20 million below projections.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Prosecuting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosecuting. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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