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cross-examine

[kraws-ig-zam-in, kros-] / ˈkrɔs ɪgˈzæm ɪn, ˈkrɒs- /
VERB
interrogating an opposing witness
Synonyms
WEAK
ask pointed questions catechize check cross-question debrief examine give the third degree go over with a fine-tooth comb grill inquire interrogate investigate pump put on the hotseat put the screws to question quiz scrutinize sweat

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Cross-examine him as they might, neither the Coroner nor the jury, nor Mr Merton, could get any further light.

From World's End A Story in Three Books by Jefferies, Richard

"Cross-examine," said Mrs. Tarbell; and Mrs. Stiles slowly turned and began to hobble away from the witness-stand.

From Lippincott's Magazine, November 1885 by Various