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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

Example Sentences

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He can request a rehearing en banc with the 3rd Circuit, which is an opportunity for all the judges on the court to rehear his case.

From Slate • Jan. 21, 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

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court will take the extraordinary step of rehearing Louisiana v.

From Slate • Oct. 14, 2025

Justice Will Sellers, in a dissenting opinion, said he would have granted the rehearing request so that they could gather more information.

From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024

"To get back to the present time, and your plea for a rehearing," he went on.

From Branded by Lynde, Francis

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