cross-question
Americanverb (used with object)
noun
verb
noun
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Etymology
Origin of cross-question
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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Lord Pannick argued that the investigation process was "manifestly unfair" and that Lord Lester should have had the opportunity to cross-question his accuser.
From BBC • Nov. 16, 2018
He invited the committee to cross-question him, but when he finished, he got the silent treatment.
From Time Magazine Archive
Opposing attorneys tried for two days to cross-question her into inconsistencies, had no luck at all.
From Time Magazine Archive
He, and other medical reporters, also benefited from advance briefings in lay language by key scheduled speakers, and had a chance to cross-question them.
From Time Magazine Archive
They showed no surprise at their "brother's" approach, and he was confident that, if they didn't undertake to cross-question him too closely, he stood a good chance of getting through.
From Through Apache Lands by Ellis, Edward Sylvester
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