proceed
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A South African court ruled Thursday that a long-running arms deal corruption case against former president Jacob Zuma and French defence giant Thales can proceed, rejecting bids to delay the trial.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
A judge has allowed the suit to proceed.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
Attempts to find a new buyer for the plant were frustrated by Jinye's continued ownership - removing them as owners will allow that process to proceed.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Perhaps this was a conclusion the court could have arrived at before allowing an expensive statewide referendum to proceed.
From Slate • May 9, 2026
Not a detail that I can recall must be forgotten; in all calmness I must proceed.
From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker
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