Verb
- 1. prosecute, act, move
- usage: conduct a prosecution in a court of law
- 2. prosecute
- usage: bring a criminal action against (in a trial); "The State of California prosecuted O.J. Simpson"
- 3. prosecute, engage, pursue, act, move
- usage: carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in; "She pursued many activities"; "They engaged in a discussion"
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