as in to execute
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 prosecute
The couple remain entitled to the money even if criminally prosecuted and/or convicted, GoFundMe told Newsweek during the summer as an investigation by Mohave County authorities remained ongoing.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Bragg forgot that the Federal Judiciary Act of 1789 states a federal offense must be prosecuted in federal court.
—Carl Burdette, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2025
Sanctuary means anyone who is the victim of a crime or witness to crime should report it to the police and fully cooperate in the investigation to arrest and prosecute the offenders without worrying that an immigration problem will be the result of coming forward.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Mar. 2025
The Republican district attorney who prosecuted Peters rejected any suggestion the case was brought because of politics.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 4 Mar. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Mar. 2025
Bragg forgot that the Federal Judiciary Act of 1789 states a federal offense must be prosecuted in federal court.
—Carl Burdette, Baltimore Sun, 5 Mar. 2025
Sanctuary means anyone who is the victim of a crime or witness to crime should report it to the police and fully cooperate in the investigation to arrest and prosecute the offenders without worrying that an immigration problem will be the result of coming forward.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Mar. 2025
The Republican district attorney who prosecuted Peters rejected any suggestion the case was brought because of politics.
—Lauren Penington, The Denver Post, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prosecute
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Now, the software/SaaS vendor is responsible for a larger part of the technology stack, which includes the complete environment in which the application code executes (e.g., everything from hardware and network infrastructure to the operating system and application software).—
Ben Verghese,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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The episode captures Brandt’s tireless dedication, from lacing up her pointe shoes to executing perfect pirouettes in the middle of a New York City street.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2025
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In celebration and support of CAA client Mariah Carey’s induction to the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022, Carey invited Segura to perform seven of her songs at the ceremony.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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Wonder gave short speech before performing two songs during the service.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2025
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The service will aim to fulfill the original mission of Fubo.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
28 Feb. 2025
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Running a bed and breakfast fulfills a long-time dream of hers.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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Then Sterling did some less effective things and got suspended anyway, so that mad idea was, at least, parked for the time being.—
Amy Lawrence,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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What needs to be done to prevent a Kessler meltdown?—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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Several have achieved 20 launches and its fleet leader has 26 launches under its belt.—
Richard Tribou,
Orlando Sentinel,
10 Mar. 2025
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During his victory speech, Carney took aim at both Trump and Poilievre, accusing both of seeking to undermine the nation's economy in order to achieve their goals.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
10 Mar. 2025
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The real question is not whether AI can improve communication but whether organizations will implement it in a way that enhances authenticity rather than stifling it.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Companies are required to send out a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN) notice before implementing mass layoffs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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Seattle general manager John Schneider has expressed apprehension about making those sorts of commitments.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Here’s how to style your wide-leg jeans with intention—and make every step feel like a power move.—
Ruhama Wolle,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Prosecute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prosecute. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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