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prosecute

/prəˈskjuːt/ verb · British & US
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What does prosecute mean?

verb

To charge or accuse someone of a crime, or to pursue a legal action against someone. To pursue or carry out a plan or course of action.

Example

"The police will prosecute the suspect for theft."

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