circumstantial

Example Sentences

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But the prosecution says the crown's case – though circumstantial – was made up of evidence that pointed to Mr Singh "and eliminated others".

From BBC

“It is like circumstantial evidence in a Sherlock Holmes mystery,” said Slok.

From The Wall Street Journal

But the jury of six civilians and three magistrates decided that there was enough circumstantial evidence to conclude that Jubillar was guilty of murder.

From BBC

Bill Essayli presented a list of circumstantial evidence they said linked him to the fire.

From Los Angeles Times

He has always denied the charges and, other than circumstantial evidence, investigators have struggled to build a case.

From BBC