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Recent Examples of cross-examination
Combs passed lawyers notes during effective cross-examinations of nearly three dozen witnesses over two months, including Combs' ex-employees.
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CBS News, 7 July 2025
Because the burden of proof in a criminal trial is on the prosecution, Diddy’s lawyers relied on cross-examinations to build their narrative.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 3 July 2025
Anderson's defense team has challenged some of the evidence in cross-examination of those testifying, arguing there is no DNA, scientific evidence or video that clearly connects him to her death.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025
The interview was halted shortly after the call ended, but Snow revealed during cross-examination that the interview was already winding down.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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CBS News, 7 July 2025
Because the burden of proof in a criminal trial is on the prosecution, Diddy’s lawyers relied on cross-examinations to build their narrative.
—Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 3 July 2025
Anderson's defense team has challenged some of the evidence in cross-examination of those testifying, arguing there is no DNA, scientific evidence or video that clearly connects him to her death.
—David Clarey, jsonline.com, 3 July 2025
The interview was halted shortly after the call ended, but Snow revealed during cross-examination that the interview was already winding down.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cross-examination
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This creates both challenges and opportunities for entrepreneurs navigating gray areas.—
Javier Hasse,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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But Maryland argues that its permit would need to be appealed through the state courts, which would involve filing a challenge at the appropriate circuit court — in this case in Worcester County.—
Christine Condon,
Baltimore Sun,
20 July 2025
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Last year, a Pew Research survey found 76% of Americans have a favorable opinion about the National Park Service—the most popular of 16 agencies, beating the U.S. Post Office (72%), NASA (67%) and the CDC (55%).—
Suzanne Rowan Kelleher,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The council — which represents the gold industry — found that 95% of survey respondents foresee an increase in global central banks’ gold reserves in the next 12 months.—
Amala Balakrishner,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
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Naperville Park District is asking for residents to comment or submit questions on capital improvement projects planned for 2026 through an online questionnaire available through noon Wednesday, July 30.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 July 2025
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Despite these measurable improvements, participants didn’t report feeling more mindful on questionnaires, highlighting the value of objective measures like eye-tracking to capture real cognitive changes.—
Jenny Lehmann,
Discover Magazine,
10 July 2025
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After the May decision, the Spirit Lake Tribe and Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians asked the appeals court for a rehearing before all 11 judges.—
Jack Dura,
Twin Cities,
8 July 2025
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Data indicates rehearings en banc are only granted about 1% of the time, and the odds are especially bad when—as here—none of three panel judges offered a dissenting viewpoint.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 July 2025
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The interrogation scene in the first movie, between Rey and Kylo, was so incredibly powerful.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
12 July 2025
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Even for the most loyal fan, no soccer match is worth risking detention, interrogation, family separation and deportation.—
Minky Worden,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Now here’s the Tribune’s Quotes of the Week quiz for July 20 to 26.—
Claire Malon,
Chicago Tribune,
26 July 2025
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Take the quiz here … HISTORICAL HUNCH – Metal detectorist's 'feeling' leads to massive Roman settlement discovery in tourist hotspot.—
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FOXNews.com,
25 July 2025
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At the next hearing, the minor, now with the support of legal counsel, revealed to the judge he had been trafficked to the United States.—
Nicol León,
AZCentral.com,
22 July 2025
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Texans can follow the special session online, contact their lawmakers and testify at hearings to participate in the legislative process.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
21 July 2025
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This is the conclusion of our Peach Jam coaches’ poll, which also included what coaches think about NCAA Tournament expansion and the future of revenue sharing/budgets.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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At the same time, Trump has seen his approval ratings drop to an all-time low across several polls, including Newsweek's tracker, which shows his net approval rating at minus 10 points.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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“Cross-examination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cross-examination. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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