witness box
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In recent years, Harry has sued three different UK newspapers, becoming the first senior royal in over a century to enter the witness box as he won settlements from two.
From Barron's ● Aug. 23, 2026
More than 40 of its journalists defended themselves in the witness box for the case, the paper says, which saw all allegations "rejected" by the judges.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
Actor Liz Hurley on Thursday broke down in tears in the witness box of London's High Court as she accused a tabloid publisher of "monstrous" conduct including planting secret microphones on her home windows.
From Barron's ● Jan. 22, 2026
His successful court battle against the Mirror was huge news in itself, as the biggest royal appearance in a witness box of modern times.
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2026
Alvin Hooks stood and strolled casually to the witness box with his hands deep in his trousers pockets.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
