on trial
Example Sentences
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The defendants on trial in France have been charged with criminal conspiracy and intent to commit an offence, while some of them are also charged with theft of an exhibited cultural object.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Before he won the presidency, Mr. Lee was on trial for allegedly funneling $8 million in secret funds to the North.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Also, a judge has been investigating the business affairs of the prime minister's wife, Begoña Gómez, since 2024, and has proposed she go on trial for misuse of funds and influence peddling.
From BBC • May 30, 2026
Fulton County Superior Court Senior Judge Jane C. Barwick sentenced Evans, who was set to go on trial this week, to two years in prison and three years on probation.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Fortunately, we have the perpetrator in custody and will be able to put him on trial.
From "Insurgent" by Veronica Roth
