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as in to ask
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as in to prosecute
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Recent Examples of sue
Just last month, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued two insurance carriers for unlawfully collecting, using and selling driving data.
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Eric Reicin, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Last year, the parties sued and countersued each other over the true value of the three hospitals.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 26 Feb. 2025
The estate sued Tesla for strict liability and negligence and sought to add a punitive-damages claim.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
Confusion sparks debate Arizona attorney general leads 14-state coalition suing to block Elon Musk, DOGE
Have a news tip or story idea about the border and its communities?
—José Ignacio Castañeda Perez, The Arizona Republic, 15 Feb. 2025
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Eric Reicin, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Last year, the parties sued and countersued each other over the true value of the three hospitals.
—Katy Golvala, Hartford Courant, 26 Feb. 2025
The estate sued Tesla for strict liability and negligence and sought to add a punitive-damages claim.
—News Service Of Florida, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
Confusion sparks debate Arizona attorney general leads 14-state coalition suing to block Elon Musk, DOGE
Have a news tip or story idea about the border and its communities?
—José Ignacio Castañeda Perez, The Arizona Republic, 15 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sue
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Jason Kelce, the former Eagles center turned ESPN analyst, asked how Travis made his decision to return to KC.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2025
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That move set off a heated week between the prosecutors in the case and the Department of Justice — with several Manhattan U.S. Attorney’s office lawyers resigning from their posts after being asked to put their weight behind a formal request to dismiss the case.—
Josephine Stratman,
New York Daily News,
5 Mar. 2025
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The judge’s ruling prohibits the Idaho Attorney General’s Office from prosecuting doctors providing that care.—
Chantelle Lee,
TIME,
7 Mar. 2025
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However, back in 2008, Davis allegedly agreed to a proffer agreement with authorities connected to an L.A. task force, which would have granted him immunity from being prosecuted in the case.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
6 Mar. 2025
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State of play: Trump last month ordered an end to all federal programs that mandate or invoke accessibility, alongside diversity, equity and inclusion.—
Axios,
Axios,
23 Feb. 2025
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In 2020, the Trump administration pressured the CDC to invoke Title 42, despite opposition from subject matter experts at the agency who believed the move was not rooted in public health and was instead a way for officials to further President Trump's immigration crackdown.—
Camilo Montoya-Galvez,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2025
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Abou Sangaré was the first winner of the night, winning Best Male Revelation for his breakout role in Souleymane’s Story as an African immigrant trying to survive in the mean streets of Paris.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
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Baron criticized the use of heavily armed federal agents for such cases, arguing that resources should be focused on criminals and public threats rather than individuals trying to adjust their status legally.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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These Crystal Coast attractions are well suited for families who desire to spend some quality time together during their spring break vacations.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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If desired, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top for an extra flavor kick.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2025
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The Trump administration appealed to the Supreme Court to intervene, but the court refused to do that, at least for now.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
5 Mar. 2025
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Serving as a center of creativity, Industry City appeals to a diverse and innovative blend of tenants in industries from robotics to architecture, design, woodworking and candle making.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Then in September 2024, Ramsey was scrolling through Reddit and saw a post where someone had requested people be removed from a photo using Photoshop.—
Daniella Gray,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Official autopsy reports are pending, and toxicology tests have been requested for Hackman and Arakawa, according to the sheriff’s office –– but results could take months.—
Karina Tsui,
CNN,
1 Mar. 2025
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The lawsuit in Alabama brings a defamation claim against the woman, citing the NBC News interview.—
Julia Jacobs,
New York Times,
4 Mar. 2025
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European analysts expect the auto industry to be hit hard, citing cross-border North America manufacturing operations and complex global supply chains involving Mexico.—
Bob Woods,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Sue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sue. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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