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Term: prosecuting (verb)

Definition: The act of initiating or conducting legal proceedings, usually on behalf of the government, in a criminal case against someone accused of a crime.

Example sentences:

• The district attorney will be prosecuting the case against the suspected thief.
• The defense lawyer challenged the evidence presented by the prosecuting attorney.
• She decided to pursue a career in law and became a prosecuting attorney.

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Term: prosecuting (adjective)

Definition: Pertaining to or involved in the role of initiating or conducting legal proceedings in a criminal case.

Example sentences:

• The prosecuting attorney presented a strong case against the defendant.
• During the trial, the defense attorney cross-examined the prosecuting witnesses.
• He was hired as the prosecuting lawyer due to his experience in handling complex criminal cases.

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Term: prosecuting (noun)

Definition: The party or entity responsible for initiating or conducting legal proceedings in a criminal case.

Example sentences:

• The prosecuting focused on presenting a compelling argument against the accused.
• The defense raised objections to various actions taken by the prosecuting throughout the trial.
• The judge ruled in favor of the prosecuting, allowing the case to move forward.

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