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cross-examination



NOUN
inquisition
Synonyms


NOUN
interrogation
Synonyms




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On cross-examination, the defense team got a medical examiner to admit they could not absolutely rule out that Hernandez was holding the weapon or attempted to harm herself the night of the killing.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Patterson's team said the chief prosecutor Dr Nanette Rogers had been protracted and aggressive in a cross-examination "doused with impermissible conduct".

From BBC Aug. 19, 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 cross-examination of the younger of the two alleged victims, known as Complainant A, Lady Eleanor Donaldson's barrister said his client had "raised the matter" with Sir Jeffrey.

From BBC Jun. 1, 2026

The psychiatrist, reading from a folder in front of him, said he would pretend to do a cross-examination.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover




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