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rehearing

American

[ree-heer-ing] / riˈhɪər ɪŋ /

noun

Law.

a second presentation of the evidence and arguments of a case before the court of original presentation.

Etymology

Origin of rehearing

First recorded in 1680–90; re- + hearing

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rehearing

A majority of the nine-member court would have to approve granting a rehearing.

From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026

Open Road Renewables plans to apply for a rehearing from the board, Adair said.

From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2026

A three-judge panel of the 9th Circuit on Thursday denied Boylan’s request for a rehearing after the appeals court upheld his 2024 conviction.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026

The spa petitioned for rehearing en banc, which was denied by the appeals court.

From Slate ● Mar. 13, 2026

But it is not apparent that such a rehearing was mentioned.

From The Church of England cleared from the charge of Schism Upon Testimonies of Councils and Fathers of the first six centuries by Allies, T. W. (Thomas William)

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