Definitions

legal action

[lee-guhl ak-shuhn] / ˈli gəl ˈæk ʃən /

NOUN

judicial proceeding

Synonyms

STRONGEST

lawsuit legal proceeding litigation

WEAK

court case trial

Example Sentences

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"We will take all available legal action against attempts to misrepresent our company," said the spokesperson.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The Pentagon listed Alibaba as aiding China’s military; the company denies this and plans legal action.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

If the attorney general’s office finds that the merger violated antitrust law, it could pursue legal action against Compass and seek potential penalties including fines or even selling off parts of the company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Mrs Brown was one of the original 555 victims who took part in the landmark group legal action led by Sir Alan against the Post Office.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Even though Bobby felt Paramount’s behavior was unethical and unfair, he took no legal action.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady