acquit
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"We expect the court to acquit Ms Esfandiari," her lawyer Nabil Boudi told AFP before Thursday's ruling.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
Yes, but juries acquit charges based on conduct.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025
Angela Paxton attended her husband’s trial but was not allowed to vote on any issues or participate on deliberations over whether to convict or acquit.
From Salon • Jul. 10, 2025
On Friday, lawyer Veysel Ok asked the judge to acquit them on the grounds that they were reporting on, not participating, in the protests, the AFP news agency reported.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2025
It is also up to you to acquit when guilt has not been proven.
From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers
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