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a legal official who represents the state in criminal proceedings and brings charges against individuals or organizations suspected of breaking the law
- The prosecutor presented strong evidence in the case against the defendant.
- She worked alongside the police to gather evidence as the lead prosecutor in the case.
- The defense lawyer cross-examined the prosecutor to weaken the case.
- He was appointed as a prosecutor in a high-profile corruption case.
- As the prosecutor, she was responsible for presenting the state's case in court.