sued

past tense of sue

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sued
Verb
  • Trump has long invoked the term against a range of political opponents, including peaceful protesters without anarchist-leanings.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
  • When announcing its Ohio manufacturing expansion, Joby explicitly invoked the Wright brothers' legacy in Dayton.
    Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 June 2026
Verb
  • In a decision issued June 11, the New Hampshire Supreme Court reversed the second-degree murder conviction, arguing that the murder and assault charges should not have been prosecuted together.
    Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 12 June 2026
  • Data reflect offenses reported by police, regardless of the extent prosecuted.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 12 June 2026
Verb
  • Brunson was in tears after the game, barely able to speak when asked by ESPN what the moment meant.
    Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 14 June 2026
  • OutKick/Fox News Digital has asked the Spurs, NBA and ESPN for comment, and none have offered an explanation.
    Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026
Verb
  • California state workers are likely to lose access to United Healthcare plans next year as CalPERS prepares to switch to Sutter Health Plan after the insurance behemoth tried to substantially increase 2027 premiums for public employees.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 18 June 2026
  • Later that month, a state marshal tried to serve the pair at the property itself, but was unable to do so, according to court records seen by the outlet.
    Adam England, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Most recently, in April, a funding shortfall strained the supply of medicine, according to the two correctional health staff members who requested anonymity.
    Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
  • The Sacramento City Teachers Association has requested more clarity on the district’s special education spending, as SCUSD moved to lay off employees, while trustees have also pressed for more certainty around the district’s assumptions.
    Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • It was appealed by Lifton and the PCFB and Blakeman’s ability to cure was frozen due to the appeal.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 29 May 2026
  • Louisiana appealed to our court and sought a stay pending appeal.
    Aria Bendix, NBC news, 1 May 2026
Verb
  • Serve chilled with lettuce leaves, if desired, or on its own.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
  • Substitute with a mix of ​​4 parts sweet paprika and 1 part cayenne pepper, if desired.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • Many fans cited transportation logistics and enhanced security measures as key reasons for the delays.
    Abby Dodge, CBS News, 17 June 2026
  • Investigators also cited writings allegedly authored by Proper, the youngest member of the group at 19 years old.
    Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 17 June 2026
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“Sued.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sued. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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