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Prosecution (Noun)

The lawyers acting for the state to put the case against the defendant.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The prosecution presented a strong case against the defendant, highlighting the evidence that linked him to the crime scene.
The prosecution's key witness was a former associate of the defendant who had turned against him.
After several hours of deliberation, the prosecution finally rested its case, confident that it had proven the defendant's guilt.
The prosecution's aggressive questioning of the defendant was seen as a key factor in his eventual conviction.
The prosecution's decision to seek the death penalty was met with outrage from the defendant's supporters.

The institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The prosecution presented its case against the defendant, calling several key witnesses to testify.
The district attorney's office was in charge of the prosecution of the high-profile murder case.
The prosecution's strategy was to prove that the defendant had motive, means, and opportunity to commit the crime.
After a lengthy investigation, the prosecution was finally ready to bring charges against the suspect.
The defense team argued that the prosecution had withheld crucial evidence that could have changed the outcome of the trial.