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as in to ask
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as in to prosecute
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Recent Examples of sue
The outlet also reports that Everett’s family is being sued by the Tuckers.
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Last week, Attorney General Rob Bonta joined more than a dozen other states in suing President Donald Trump and his administration for mass firing probationary employees.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 10 Mar. 2025
The coalition has repeatedly sued to force agencies like the BLM over management plans that restrict vehicular access in favor of preserving wilderness.
—Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
The chief justice asked for a response by Friday from the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and Global Health Council, which had sued over the funding delays.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2025
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Sam Gillette, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Last week, Attorney General Rob Bonta joined more than a dozen other states in suing President Donald Trump and his administration for mass firing probationary employees.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 10 Mar. 2025
The coalition has repeatedly sued to force agencies like the BLM over management plans that restrict vehicular access in favor of preserving wilderness.
—Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY, 9 Mar. 2025
The chief justice asked for a response by Friday from the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition and Global Health Council, which had sued over the funding delays.
—David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sue
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Ivy Nile Chad Gable hit the ring in a full suit and Michael Cole, who still believes Chad Gable was under the Lucha mask last week, asked Gable where his Lucha mask was.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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The lawyers asked Boasberg to review whether the government complied with his order.—
Joey Garrison,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
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The judge’s ruling prohibits the Idaho Attorney General’s Office from prosecuting doctors providing that care.—
Chantelle Lee,
TIME,
7 Mar. 2025
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However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 Mar. 2025
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The piece invokes the singing style of a synagogue’s cantor, who often sings many notes over a single syllable.—
Jane Levere,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Casey Anthony invokes daughter she was accused of killing while unveiling new mission.—
Fox News Staff,
Fox News,
7 Mar. 2025
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When Gordon tried to go on the outside, Quansah was able to block his cross.—
Andy Jones,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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Matt angrily tries to force the truth out of Torres by raising his voice, but he's ultimately forced to withdraw him as a witness.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Lyrically, the full-fledged reggaetón song is about flirting and desiring a girl.—
Jessica Roiz,
Billboard,
14 Mar. 2025
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If desired, drizzle with Citrus Icing once completely cooled.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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Bill Clinton, for example, was famously adept at positioning himself between opposing political factions to appeal to a broad spectrum of voters.—
Craig S. Smith,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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However, once video came out showing the player from Kennedy hitting the player from Elmont first, the latter appealed the suspension.—
Scott Thompson,
Fox News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Several school board members requested Thursday that outside experts opine on Chicago Public Schools’ budget woes.—
Nell Salzman,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2025
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Myles Garret requested a trade, but shockingly turned around and signed a huge extension not long after.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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After Bell fled, police opened a missing persons investigation for the kidnapped coworker, citing concerns for her safety.—
Michael Moore Jr.,
Miami Herald,
15 Mar. 2025
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Past public records requests for the recording, including from the Statesman, were denied, citing an ongoing investigation.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Sue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sue. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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