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cross-examination



NOUN
inquisition
Synonyms


NOUN
interrogation
Synonyms




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He sipped from a bottle of organic green tea during the cross-examination.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 2, 2026

During her cross-examination, Letby was forced to deny that Deakin was her boyfriend, though she did accept that they had gone on a trip to London together.

From BBC Sep. 2, 2026

Patterson's solicitor additionally accused the prosecution of an "unfair and oppressive" cross-examination during the trial.

From Barron's Aug. 17, 2026

During aggressive cross-examination of ATF agents, Haney peppered them with questions about what steps were taken to protect the integrity of the site of the Lachman fire.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

To Kamen’s surprise, Lawrence agreed—but on condition that he not be subjected to cross-examination.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik




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