convict
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To convict him, the state relied on the testimony of a paid jailhouse informant, while no physical evidence suggested he was present at the crime scene.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
Cue the “Perry Mason” theme, except this jury voted to convict.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026
The offence, essentially an allegation of corruption, is one of the most difficult crimes to investigate, charge, prosecute and convict.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
"These false confessions are routinely used as the sole evidence to convict, including in capital cases where the death penalty may be imposed," it added.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
“So,” said my convict, turning his eyes on Joe in a moody manner, and without the least glance at me,—“so you’re the blacksmith, are you? Than I’m sorry to say, I’ve eat your pie.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
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13th Amendment (1865)
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"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 20–25
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Twelve Angry Men
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