PROSECUTE Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

prosecute

verb

ˈprä-si-ˌkyüt

Definition of prosecute

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 Israeli army often announces investigations into violence against Palestinians but rarely makes arrests or prosecutes settlers involved in violence. — Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 Rarely have the donors or recipients of narco funds been prosecuted, let alone convicted. — Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 25 July 2026 Smith dropped both cases after Trump won the 2024 election, citing a DOJ policy against prosecuting a sitting president. — Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 24 July 2026 Assistant District Attorney Madeline Jones is prosecuting the case with attorney Elizabeth Haratsis. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for prosecute

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Surpass the second apron, and a team loses its ability to execute most types of trades and most kinds of free-agent signings.

— Fred Katz, New York Times, 24 July 2026
From a fringed mullet, to a blonde buzz cut, bobs in various lengths, micro bangs, and even a shade of citrus—Kristen Stewart’s looks are always executed with an edge.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 24 July 2026

Definition of execute

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The actors also showcased their talent by performing scenes from the show, in tandem with clips projected onto the big panel screens for audiences.

— Diya Chacko, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
After performing very well in 2020-21, Leeds’ first season back in the Premier League after an absence of 16 years, Illan Meslier’s signature on a five-year contract was viewed as a long-term solution.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of perform

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As the defense adjusts to its new look at the offense looks to remain consistent after a stellar 2025 season, the goal will be to carry over what the team accomplished as a unit in the offseason program.

— Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
On the cusp of accomplishing it for the first time, they were dismissed like a steward holding a gravy boat.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 27 July 2026

Definition of accomplish

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Sometimes a production design choice can achieve what a close-up or a line of dialogue cannot.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 24 July 2026
Thus, in this novel, the Vanstone sisters are constantly prevented from achieving their ultimate goals of domesticity, through no faults of their own.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

Definition of achieve

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Hernandez did an excellent job of easing Cornucopia, who was fitted with a brace before being removed from the track in an equine ambulance.

— Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026
The two did a great job improvising before Bandito finally connected with a powerbomb on the mat.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Definition of do

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As the league continues to evaluate officiating and implement new resources, WNBA leadership, players and coaches are expected to remain engaged in conversations about improving consistency on the court.

— Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
The struggle for reparations on the African continent is ongoing, and survivors are being insulted by the failure to implement comprehensive reparations programs that are due.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 July 2026

Definition of implement

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Purchases allegedly made by Burke under aliases also included cadaver bags, heavy-duty laundry bags, chain saws, a shovel and a fireproof mat, Byers testified.

— Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026
At least eight more games will be added to Sunderland’s calendar when UEFA’s draw is made in Nyon on August 28.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026

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