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prosecution

[pros-i-kyoo-shuhn] / ˌprɒs ɪˈkyu ʃən /




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The investigation gained momentum after the Securities and Futures Commission of the Financial Services Commission detected signs of insider trading by Rainbow Robotics officials and referred the case to the prosecution, the report said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Atkins’ trial began May 11, and ran for 19 days of witness testimony and presentation of evidence that was almost entirely put on by the prosecution.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Pauken moved to China in 2010 and worked under the alias Tom McGregor as his father didn’t wish to appear associated with the son’s activities in China, according to prosecution documents.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The court was shown conditions on the weir on that day, with the prosecution explaining it showed "immense turbulence" of the water.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Opposition leaders in Parliament demanded the prosecution of those connected with his death.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane




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