direct examination
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Unlike a lawyer conducting direct examination of their own client, Savitt was allowed to lead, she instructed Musk.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
This direct examination allowed them to see how diabetes influences heart biology in real human patients rather than relying solely on animal models.
From Science Daily • Jan. 4, 2026
From this point on, Merchan kept a much tighter leash on the direct examination, which had strayed way beyond what the judge said he had intended.
From Slate • May 7, 2024
The direct examination is going to be relatively short and to the point.
From Salon • Apr. 23, 2024
I had done the direct examination of all of the witnesses and was surprised when I realized that it was already 5:00 p.m.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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