witness stand
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of witness stand
An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
Example Sentences
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The former World Series-winning pitcher did not testify in Grossman’s high-profile 2024 criminal trial but spent several days on the witness stand during the civil trial.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
Being able to call on some high-powered support from the witness stand hasn't stopped the questions about Altman's trusthworthiness.
From BBC • May 15, 2026
OpenAI President Brockman, another early co-founder, will precede him on the witness stand.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
“This lawsuit is very simple: It is not OK to steal a charity,” Musk said on the witness stand on Tuesday.
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
When Kabuo had finished telling his story on the witness stand, Alvin Hooks rose and stood before him insistently working on a hangnail.
From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson
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