acquittal
noun
the act of acquitting; discharge.
acquittals
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pluralof acquittal.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Unlike Simpson’s case, which ended in acquittals, the kidnapping attracted a new generation of amateur sleuths, livestreaming hours of content, conjecture and rumor each day to hundreds of thousands of online followers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
She appealed the verdict in the hope of clearing her name, while prosecutors also did so arguing that the sentence was too lenient and the acquittals were wrongful.
From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026
Nath's family has expressed similar concerns, saying they were considering legal options over the acquittals and hoped for government support.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
Six have gone to trial, including five for assault on a federal officer, and all have resulted in acquittals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2026
He entered the courts not to juggle with words, fence for loopholes out of which to drag dubious acquittals for his clients.
From Erik Dorn by Hecht, Ben
