- present tense form of prosecute (3rd person singular).
prosecutes
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He is the first Asian former head of state to face trial at the ICC, which prosecutes individuals for the world's worst crimes such as war crimes and crimes against humanity.
From Barron's ● Sep. 16, 2026
While the ICC prosecutes individuals, the ICJ adjudicates disputes between states.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
Established in 2002, the ICC prosecutes individuals accused of the gravest atrocities and acts as a last resort when countries do not have adequate legal systems to ensure accountability.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
Two days earlier, the commission voted unanimously to bifurcate the duties of the city attorney, currently an elected official who prosecutes misdemeanors and represents the city in civil litigation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 28, 2026
He subscribes to the excellent society which prosecutes booksellers for selling the Decameron of Boccaccio.
From The Secret Glory by Arthur Machen
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