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Judge Lynch

American  

noun

  1. the personification of lynch law.


Etymology

Origin of Judge Lynch

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Example Sentences

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In his ruling on Wednesday, Judge Lynch said he would not "give reasons at this stage for the admission of statements but shall do so in due course, if necessary".

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

Judge Lynch said his decision came after careful consideration.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

Judge Lynch rejected that argument, saying the medical exemption was in keeping with the goals the regulation meant to accomplish.

From New York Times • Oct. 29, 2021

Yes—the DOJ beat some of the old dead horses, but it was interesting to see the extent to which Judge Lynch was on the same page as them.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2018

Judge Lynch was very much wanted on the diggings of McIvor—as well as throughout all Victoria, during the first three years after gold had been discovered there.

From Lost Lenore The Adventures of a Rolling Stone by Beach, Charles A.

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