Definition of "nonpros" [nonpros]

• To enter a judgment of non prosequitur against (a plaintiff). (verb-transitive)

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• "Seamless performances by mostly nonpros add vividness to Seidl's dark vision, though pic's unflinching and exploitative use of real-life geriatric patients borders on the cruel."
• "After almost a year of constant media attention, the public had relegated each member of the Newton dozen to one of three subgroups-the nonpros, consisting of the two scientists and two journalists; the military troika; and the five cosmonauts who did most of the skilled work during the mission."
• "Bring your action, and observe how finely I will _nonpros_ you: or reduce you to a _nolle prosequi_."