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have up

VERB
sue
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accuse appeal charge claim file indict petition plead prosecute
STRONG
beg beseech contest demand entreat litigate solicit summon supplicate
WEAK
bring an action claim damages drag into court enter a plea file a claim file suit follow up haul into court have the law on institute legal proceedings prefer charges against pull up put away see in court take out after take to court
Antonyms
STRONGEST
absolve deny disclaim exculpate exonerate free
STRONG
answer give offer

Example Sentences

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In Virginia, people in her position typically have up to one year to claim the surplus funds, after which unclaimed funds are turned over to the state.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 7, 2026

"Massive. Newcastle is an incredible team, awesome in physicality and speed they have up front. Physicality in the middle. Really tough but the team was unbelievable," he said.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

Not all Wisconsin cows are grass-fed, but grass-fed milk can have up to twice the beneficial Omega-3 fatty acids compared to milk from feedlot cows.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

Citi estimates NRW could have up to 97% of FY 2026 revenue covered after NRW’s Fredon won a number of data-center contracts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 8, 2025

Kneazles have up to eight kittens in a Utter and can interbreed with cats.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling