swayed
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A defendant need show only a “reasonable possibility” that the bogus forensics swayed even one juror.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
She paced, she swayed, she laughed with displeasure.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
Swaying spotlights atop the massive stage swayed back in forth like searchlights in a storm.
From Barron's ● Jul. 5, 2026
In one email, Burnham said a donations cap "would guard against the perception of any one party being unduly influenced or swayed by one person or organisation".
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
His body swayed gently, the white oilcloth crumpled around his midsection like a pair of paper wings.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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