district judge

American  

noun

1. any judge of a federal district court.

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Etymology

Origin of district judge

An Americanism dating back to 1780–90

Example Sentences

District Judge Stephen V. Wilson rejected the move, writing that prosecutors presented no new evidence or circumstances to justify circumventing the jury’s verdict.

From Los Angeles Times

District Judge Stephen V. Wilson ruled that Kirk could remain free on bond pending his appeal.

From Los Angeles Times

The settlement, which still requires the approval of District Judge Arun Subramanian, comes just days after the antitrust trial began in New York.

From Barron's

District Judge Eli Richardson ordered quick responses in the case, directing the government to file a written justification this week.

From The Wall Street Journal

District Judge Dabney Friedrich at a hearing last week questioned why the FTC issued “an incredibly invasive demand” but didn’t immediately rule on NewsGuard’s request.

From The Wall Street Journal