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sue

Meaning of “sue”

To seek a right or remedy against someone by legal process.

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KJV context and cross-referencesWebster 1828
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First occurrence: Matthew 5:40

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Matthew 5:40
And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloke also.
1 word occurrence in this verse
The 1611 reading
1611 witness · Matthew 5:40 · retained source text

And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coate, let him haue thy cloake also.

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Historical English dictionary sources

Historical definitions

To seek justice or right from one by legal process; to institute process in law against one; to prosecute in a civil action for recovery of a real or supposed right.

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