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cross-question

[kraws-kwes-chuhn, kros-] / ˈkrɔsˈkwɛs tʃən, ˈkrɒs- /
VERB
cross-examine
Synonyms
WEAK
ask pointed questions catechize check debrief examine give the third degree go over with a fine-tooth comb grill inquire interrogate investigate pump put on the hotseat put the screws to question quiz scrutinize sweat
VERB
interrogate
Synonyms
STRONGEST
examine grill investigate query quiz
STRONG
catechize inquire pump question roast
WEAK
cross-examine give the third degree go over put the screws to put through the wringer sweat out work over
Antonyms
STRONGEST
answer reply

Example Sentences

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Lord Pannick argued that the investigation process was "manifestly unfair" and that Lord Lester should have had the opportunity to cross-question his accuser.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2018

But Congressmen do not often get a chance to cross-question the Secretary of the Treasury and when they do they make the most of it.

From Time Magazine Archive

Opposing attorneys tried for two days to cross-question her into inconsistencies, had no luck at all.

From Time Magazine Archive

He invited the committee to cross-question him, but when he finished, he got the silent treatment.

From Time Magazine Archive

My pawkieness, slyness, cunnin, art, and triumph o' the cross-question, wad be o' nae mair avail than sae muckle ordinary fair rubbish o' straightforward judgments and honesty.

From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 12 by Various