direct evidence

American  

noun

1. evidence of a witness who testifies to the truth of the fact to be proved (contrasted with circumstantial evidence).

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direct evidence British  

noun

1. law evidence, usually the testimony of a witness, directly relating to the fact in dispute Compare circumstantial evidence

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direct evidence

The Court of Appeal previously heard there was no direct evidence of how the Dalmane was administered and that a post-mortem examination found a therapeutic dose.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

It provides the first direct evidence that PDWs in uranium ditelluride can remain in the material's "ordinary" phase after superconductivity has disappeared.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 7, 2026

The findings provide the first direct evidence that animals were navigating with Earth's magnetic field at least 97 million years ago.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 2, 2026

Because a walking surface may be formed and preserved over a very short span of time, fossil tracks can provide direct evidence about movement, group size, and possible social interactions.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026

Though we can learn much about the Fox sisters’ actions from their believers and detractors, we have little direct evidence for what Maggie or Kate truly thought or felt about their lives.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

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