PROSECUTING ATTORNEYS Synonyms: 27 Similar Words

prosecuting attorneys

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plural of prosecuting attorney

as in district attorneys

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On Thursday, however, the day Ahmed entered custody in Chicago, prosecutors secured a new indictment from a different grand jury that could stave off any further inquiry.

— Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
The ruling strikes out a significant piece of evidence for prosecutors as the case moves toward trial.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2026

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Robinson’s lawyers have attempted to undermine several of the exhibits offered by the prosecution, including questioning the accuracy of DNA and its ability to link suspects to crime weapons, which could be a key part of their argument in the trial.

— Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 Sep. 2026
And some oil executives, energy lawyers, and members of the Venezuelan public are raising alarms about the deal’s legality and Betancourt’s involvement.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026

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