cross-examined

[US]/[ˈkrɒs ɪɡˈzæmɪnd]/
[UK]/[ˈkrɒs ɪɡˈzæmɪnd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To question someone in a trial to discredit them or their testimony.; To question someone closely and thoroughly, especially to detect inconsistencies or falsehoods.

Phrases & Collocations

cross-examined him

being cross-examined

cross-examined witnesses

he was cross-examined

cross-examined closely

cross-examined thoroughly

cross-examined carefully

Example Sentences

the lawyer cross-examined the witness aggressively about their alibi.

she was cross-examined extensively on her financial records.

the defendant was repeatedly cross-examined by the prosecution.

he skillfully cross-examined the expert witness to challenge their opinion.

the jury listened intently as she was cross-examined about the details of the incident.

during the trial, the plaintiff's account was thoroughly cross-examined.

the police officer was cross-examined regarding his procedures at the scene.

the witness admitted changing their story after being cross-examined.

the judge warned the lawyers to avoid leading questions during the cross-examination.

the witness became nervous when they were cross-examined about their past.

the opposing counsel cross-examined him to expose inconsistencies in his testimony.

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