circumstantial evidence

Example Sentences

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Five witnesses gave indirect circumstantial evidence that supported Murley's claim he was not taken seriously.

From BBC

But as it stands that remains a feeling - circumstantial evidence at best - and the first minister's denials were categorical.

From BBC

A chronology of top quarterback movement in recent days provides circumstantial evidence that Louisiana State and Williams have mutual interest.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From The Wall Street Journal

All around, she and others found circumstantial evidence of a changed man.

From Literature