prosecutions

"The criminal was arrested for stealing the school's valuable computer equipment. "

"The apéritifs were particularly stimulating."

"Her endeavor to learn Spanish required daily practice and dedication. "

"You drive nails into wood with a hammer."

"His rage only increased when I told him of the lost money."

"Greeting each other with a handshake is a common institution in many Western cultures. "

"It is hard work to swim against the current."

"The proceedings of the school meeting focused on improving student behavior. "

"The increase in homework assignments this week was significant. "

"He was hoping that we would take him seriously."

"The prosecution of the war fell to Winston Churchill."

"to prosecute a man for trespass, or for a riot"