law court
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of law court
First recorded in 1610–20
Example Sentences
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Three protesters were Friday cleared by a UK court of charges related to a protest at Stonehenge in which the prehistoric stone circle was sprayed with orange powder.
From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025
After a three-month civil court hearing, Justice Akenhead ruled in favour of the claimants, marking the first time a UK court recognised airborne pollutants harming unborn babies.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025
In 2020, a UK court had found that aviation giant Airbus had used bribes to secure contracts with Ghana for military planes between 2009 and 2015.
From BBC • Dec. 10, 2024
They are seeking compensation for what their lawyers describe as "physical and mental health injuries and environmental losses" and are presenting their formal claim to a UK court today.
From BBC • Apr. 24, 2024
The company, whose registered office is in a modern block behind Buckingham Palace, told a UK court last month it was "fully co-operating" with investigations without commenting on CFM's claims.
From Reuters • Oct. 5, 2023
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