SUE Synonyms: 53 Similar and Opposite Words

sue

verb

Definition of sue

as in to prosecute

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Recent Examples of sue The birth mother of a 7-year-old girl from Long Island, New York, is planning to sue the county and school district following the death of her daughter in December 2025. — Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 10 July 2026 Rasner said in an interview that he was frustrated by that, but had only decided to sue over posts that spread a pedophilia rumor. — David Weigel, semafor.com, 10 July 2026 While individuals and their families may still sue states, the federal government won’t. — Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Court documents show the plaintiff can’t sue in small claims court for more than $10,000. — Catherine Muccigrosso july 10, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sue

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Assistant District Attorney Madeline Jones is prosecuting the case with attorney Elizabeth Haratsis.

— Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
The complexity of prosecuting a former foreign ruler is expected to produce an aggressive series of legal challenges before jurors ever hear the case next summer.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 22 July 2026

Definition of prosecute

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The study provides two examples of Paramount using its market power in order to try and change the tax incentive structure in its favor.

— Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
In a post on X, fire officials shared video from the town of La Vall d’Uixó and urged residents not to try to access the area.

— Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of try

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And unlike fast-fashion brands like H&M that rapidly turn over trends and generally have 12-to 16-month product life cycles, COS products can last for years and appeal to different customer bases, notably professionals and creative types.

— David Moin, Footwear News, 23 July 2026
These residences also appeal to digital nomads, travelers attending global events and conferences, those who prefer to live like locals, and anyone considering future relocation.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of appeal

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The department is citing Florida laws requiring adherence to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and protecting private student information.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Prosecutors allege Burke killed Rivas Hernandez and dismembered her in his garage, citing blood evidence and DNA analysis.

— Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 22 July 2026

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