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cross-examination



NOUN
inquisition
Synonyms


NOUN
interrogation
Synonyms




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On Tuesday, the trial will resume with the cross-examination of John Overdeck.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 31, 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

At the end of her cross-examination, Walsh returned to the issue of lies.

From BBC Jun. 22, 2026

O'BRIEN Right, but Petrocelli didn't even bother with a lengthy cross-examination.

From "Monster" by Walter Dean Myers




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