king's evidence
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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He was a very useful friend to Madame de la Motte until at last he turned king's evidence and explained the whole fraud.
From Stories about Famous Precious Stones by Orpen, Mrs Goddard
Captain Walford would make no promise, but let the man understand that if the treasure was found, and he chose to turn king’s evidence, the circumstance might possibly tell in his favour.
From Paul Gerrard The Cabin Boy by Kingston, William Henry Giles
"Watusk means to turn king's evidence," said Ambrose.
From The Fur Bringers A Story of the Canadian Northwest by Footner, Hulbert
You thought that, in this respect, you were singular; but now, that you see I have turned king's evidence, you are conscious that what I aver is true.
From Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland Volume 7 by Various
Some have emerged from this misty state to inherit large fortunes and live in the best style; yet I have never heard of a single man having turned king's evidence on his fellows.
From Arthur O'Leary His Wanderings And Ponderings In Many Lands by Lever, Charles James
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