even-handed

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The first key part of this particular ruling suggests they will have to be even-handed in the way they deal with cases like this in future.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2025

Nevertheless, Trump hired her in 2021 to oversee his comeback and gained an appreciation for her even-handed professionalism.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 8, 2024

Countries with institutions that uphold law create predictability for investors and “inclusiveness”; even-handed legal institutions support equal opportunity for the many and encourage the innovation necessary for a society to thrive.

From Slate • Oct. 16, 2024

In March, retiring Judge Clifton Newman received praise for his even-handed demeanor throughout the highly watched six-week murder trial of Alex Murdaugh.

From Washington Times • Nov. 7, 2023

This even-handed justice Commends the ingredients of our poison'd chalice To our own lips.

From The Buccaneer A Tale by Hall, S. C., Mrs.