- plural of dictum.
dicta
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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And it included dicta — a nonbinding observation that can be cited as a “persuasive authority” in future litigation — that planted the seeds for preclearance’s demise.
From Salon • Oct. 15, 2025
Bend menswear’s dicta to your will like Thelonious Monk stretching time.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023
The Court made clear, in dicta, that such a child is rare.
From Washington Post • Oct. 29, 2021
Rather, the OLC memo cited three appeals court cases: two criminal cases that discussed the possibility only in speculative dicta, and one civil case.
From Slate • Dec. 11, 2018
Bobby identified with him in that respect and especially valued one of his dicta: “Never obey anyone’s command unless it is coming from within you.”
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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