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prosecute

[pros-i-kyoot] / ˈprɒs ɪˌkyut /




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After all, the ATF investigates cases, but U.S. attorneys prosecute them.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

After the deadly 2024 fire, the government promised a safety audit of all schools and to prosecute violators, but it is not clear if any measures were implemented.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

The incident was referred to the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations, but ultimately the agencies had declined to prosecute.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

But Ofsted has failed to successfully prosecute a single provider of illegal children's homes.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

One of the lawyers who had to prosecute the case was assistant U.S. attorney Edward Wallace.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield




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