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circumstantial evidence

NOUN
indirect evidence
Synonyms


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“It is like circumstantial evidence in a Sherlock Holmes mystery,” said Slok.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the jury of six civilians and three magistrates decided that there was enough circumstantial evidence to conclude that Jubillar was guilty of murder.

From BBC

Bill Essayli presented a list of circumstantial evidence they said linked him to the fire.

From Los Angeles Times

He has always denied the charges and, other than circumstantial evidence, investigators have struggled to build a case.

From BBC

As in other cases for which Letby was convicted, the prosecution said circumstantial evidence also tied her to the crime.

From BBC