open verdict
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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The original inquest into the Springhill shootings was held in 1973, with the coroner returning an open verdict.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
In October 1983, the Cornwall coroner recorded an open verdict and the man's remains were buried in nearby Torpoint.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
An open verdict was recorded at an inquest last year.
From BBC • Aug. 10, 2023
An inquest, which did not have details of either the relationship or the pregnancy, returned an open verdict but her family claim both had contributed to her death.
From BBC • Aug. 12, 2022
An inquest had been held, at which an open verdict was returned, and they were buried.
From Colonel Quaritch, V.C. A Tale of Country Life by Haggard, Henry Rider
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