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Suer - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A suer is a person who brings a lawsuit against another in court, often seeking legal remedy or compensation for a perceived wrong. It is the noun form of sue.

suer

/ˈsuɚ/ /ˈsuːə/

Definition:

To bring a legal action against someone in court.

Synonyms:

litigate, prosecute, take to court, file suit

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

defend, exonerate

Common Collocations:

sue for damages, sue the company, sue in court

Derivatives:

sued, suing, suer

Usage Tips:

Use "sue" when someone seeks legal redress; often followed by "for" (e.g., "sue for compensation").

Common Phrases:

sue for peace, sue someone’s pants off, sue the pants off someone

Etymology:

From Old French "suir," meaning "to follow," later evolving to mean "pursue legally."

Examples:

  • 1. She decided to sue the landlord for unsafe conditions.
  • 2. He threatened to sue if they didn’t refund his money.
  • 3. The company was sued for violating environmental laws.
  • 4. They plan to sue for breach of contract.

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