cross-examine

[US]/[ˈkrɒs ɪɡˈzæmɪn]/
[UK]/[ˈkrɑːs ɪɡˈzæmɪn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To question a witness in a legal case in an attempt to discredit them or their testimony.; To question someone closely and thoroughly, especially to challenge their views or beliefs.
n.The act of questioning a witness in a legal case in an attempt to discredit them or their testimony.

Phrases & Collocations

cross-examine witness

cross-examined him

cross-examine closely

being cross-examined

cross-examine further

cross-examined thoroughly

cross-examine someone

cross-examine effectively

cross-examine carefully

cross-examined previously

Example Sentences

the lawyer will cross-examine the witness about their alibi.

during the trial, the defense attorney vigorously cross-examined the plaintiff.

he was skillfully cross-examined on his financial records.

the prosecutor planned to cross-examine the suspect about the missing money.

the judge allowed the opposing counsel to cross-examine the expert witness.

she prepared thoroughly to withstand a rigorous cross-examination.

the witness appeared nervous as they were cross-examined on their testimony.

the goal of cross-examination is to challenge the witness’s credibility.

the defendant’s previous statements were used to cross-examine him.

the lawyer used leading questions during the cross-examination.

the jury observed the cross-examination with keen interest.

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