Judges

[juhj-iz]

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.

Judges

/ 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

Example Sentences

Judges in Nevada and Los Angeles have issued similar decisions.

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"Judges and social workers in Abruzzo, don't be a nuisance," he said, pointing to a need for judicial reform.

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Judges this month rejected his appeal against a 27-year sentence for the failed coup bid.

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“And the bobby replies, ‘There’s no Quinzy in the Directory of Judges, is what I’m saying.’

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Judges can also now be transferred to different courts without their consent.

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