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rehearing

American  
[ree-heer-ing] / riˈhɪər ɪŋ /

noun

Law.
  1. 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

Example Sentences

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

From BBC Jul. 8, 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

Instead, in early February, Justice Phil Berger Jr., Newby’s right-hand man and presumed heir on the court, circulated a draft of a special order agreeing to the rehearing, sources familiar with the matter said.

From Salon Oct. 31, 2025

A rehearing of the evidence is imperatively demanded, that it may either be confirmed or overthrown.”

From The Fair Haven by Streatfeild, R. A. (Richard Alexander)

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