Judges

American  

[juhj-iz] / ˈdʒʌdʒ ɪz /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

1. a book of the Bible containing the history of Israel under the judges and covering the period between the death of Joshua and the accession to the throne by Saul. Jud., Judg.

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Judges British  

/ ˈdʒʌdʒɪz /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the book of the Old Testament recounting the history of Israel under the warrior champions and national leaders known as judges from the death of Joshua to the birth of Samuel

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Example Sentences

Judges have reached similar conclusions regarding laws in Georgia and Arkansas.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judges are still reluctant to bring down the hammer for AI-fabrications if lawyers acknowledge their fault and “throw themselves on the mercy of the court,” Volokh says.

From Los Angeles Times

Judges described Adolescence's Cooper as a "natural talent", with "a performance of phenomenal skill in a demanding, uncompromising role".

From BBC

Judges aren’t usually trained in the multiple disciplines lumped together under the term “climate science” and instead have to rely on neutral, accurate and up-to-date scientific reference material.

From The Wall Street Journal

Judges would not have to disclose whether they used the program to aid in research or in the generation of a ruling, according to court officials.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• board
• tribunal