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Prosecute

usgb/ˈprɑːsɪkjuːt/Volume
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Used specifically in the context of legal action against an accused person. SlideThe district attorney will prosecute the burglary suspect next month.
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Carries a very formal tone, often associated with official legal proceedings. SlideDue to the serious nature of the crime, the government will prosecute to the fullest extent.
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Implies active and often aggressive legal action against someone. SlideDespite lacking evidence, the prosecutor decided to prosecute the case vigorously.