federal court
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of federal court
An Americanism dating back to 1780–90
Example Sentences
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Upon arriving, he gave the intake officer a copy of a federal court ruling, holding that the law requires accommodating Rastafarians.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026
In the lawsuit filed in a California federal court Alibaba pushed back, claiming the determinations "have no basis in fact or law".
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
Meta Platforms, which is currently unfolding in San Jose federal court.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
Ultimately, Black had to file a habeas petition in federal court, arguing that going seven months without a hearing violated his constitutional right to an individualized determination.
From Slate • Jun. 17, 2026
Leaders were eager to appeal it all the way up to federal court.
From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose
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