prosecuted

[US]/ˈprɒsɪkjuːtɪd/
[UK]/ˈprɑːsɪkjuːtɪd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to bring a legal action against someone; to continue or pursue a course of action; to act as a prosecutor in a legal case

Phrases & Collocations

prosecuted for theft

prosecuted for fraud

prosecuted for assault

prosecuted for murder

prosecuted for embezzlement

prosecuted for bribery

prosecuted for negligence

prosecuted for conspiracy

prosecuted for harassment

Example Sentences

the suspect was prosecuted for theft.

she was prosecuted for driving under the influence.

he could be prosecuted if he doesn't comply with the law.

the company was prosecuted for environmental violations.

they were prosecuted for fraud and embezzlement.

prosecuted cases can take months to resolve.

the attorney advised him to settle before being prosecuted.

many activists have been prosecuted for their protests.

he was prosecuted after a lengthy investigation.

victims often feel relieved when the perpetrator is prosecuted.

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