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suing

The correct spelling is suing.

How to pronounce suing

verb

Say it like: Sui-ng

The correct spelling is suing. To file a legal action against someone, generally a non-criminal action. For example: "to sue a ship"

Usage Examples

to sue a ship

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To file a legal action against someone, generally a non-criminal action.
  2. 2.To seek by request; to make application; to petition; to entreat; to plead.
  3. 3.(of a hawk) To clean (the beak, etc.).
  4. 4.To leave high and dry on shore.
  5. 5.To court.

noun

  1. 1.The act of one who sues for something.
  2. 2.The process of soaking through anything.

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