district judge
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of district judge
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90
Example Sentences
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After graduating from law school, he clerked for a U.S. district judge and then worked at a boutique litigation firm.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
On Friday, United States district judge Andrew Carter found Moore's challenge was "not justified" on a legal basis.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
The speed of that reversal makes it tempting to see the latest ruling as a district judge thumbing her nose at the high court.
From Slate ● Aug. 31, 2026
When a newly confirmed district judge takes the bench, the FJC teaches him how to manage a docket, handle complex evidence and run a courtroom.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 16, 2026
These were grave assertions, reflecting upon the integrity of two respected lawyers and a distinguished district judge, but if even partially true, then the constitutional rights of the defendants had been abused.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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