as in suit
a court case for enforcing a right or claim
the homeowner filed a lawsuit against the moving company that was refusing to be held responsible for damaging her furniture
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Recent Examples of lawsuit
The World Federation of Advertisers was named in the lawsuit.
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Chicago Tribune The settlement is named for a Salvadoran girl, Jenny Flores, whose lawsuit alleging widespread mistreatment of children in custody in the 1980s prompted special oversight.
—Valerie Gonzalez, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
While the assault claims are now done with, DaBaby’s pockets may still take a hit via Brandon Bills’ lawsuit against Corbin Bowl, the alley in which he was allegedly attacked.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 22 May 2025
According to the lawsuit, the woman is seeking punitive damages from the BYU quarterback.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Chicago Tribune The settlement is named for a Salvadoran girl, Jenny Flores, whose lawsuit alleging widespread mistreatment of children in custody in the 1980s prompted special oversight.
—Valerie Gonzalez, Chicago Tribune, 22 May 2025
While the assault claims are now done with, DaBaby’s pockets may still take a hit via Brandon Bills’ lawsuit against Corbin Bowl, the alley in which he was allegedly attacked.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 22 May 2025
According to the lawsuit, the woman is seeking punitive damages from the BYU quarterback.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lawsuit
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The photos splashed across international media are hauntingly familiar: two bright-eyed 20-somethings, dressed in navy suits and diplomatic pins — symbols of state, now positioned almost-permanently near yellow hostage ribbons.—
Margaux Chetrit,
Sun Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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Popular cities such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Denver often host these types of events, with more cities following suit as cannabis becomes more mainstream.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
29 May 2025
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According to the mother's complaint, Sekulow and his son did not want to be associated with hiring a gay man at their organization the American Center for Law and Justice, Inc (ACLJ).—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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The report echoes complaints shared throughout the industry, including by the world’s largest European soccer streamer, DAZN.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 May 2025
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The trial will not be televised, as cameras are typically not allowed in federal criminal trial proceedings.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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The proceedings would eventually inspire the play and the movie Inherit the Wind.—
Dan Falk,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 May 2025
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Dunn co-chaired Paul Weiss's litigation department, where she is known for representing high-profile clients like Apple and Google.—
Joe Walsh,
CBS News,
23 May 2025
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Chula Vista taxpayers also are liable for the legal fees incurred by Briggs over four years of litigation.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2025
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“Lawsuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lawsuit. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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