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deposition

[dep-uh-zish-uhn, dee-puh-] / ˌdɛp əˈzɪʃ ən, ˌdi pə- /


NOUN
attestation of truth, especially in legal matters
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Kao reflected on his time at Navatek in a deposition taken last month inside a federal prison.

From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026

But in a deposition, she said she was absolutely not the mastermind behind the now-defunct stephaniejonesleaks.com.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2026

Named after a 18th century precursor to electric cells, LeydenJar uses a technique known as plasma deposition to make a lighter, more efficient anode – an essential component of all batteries.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

In a deposition, a lawyer asks if she had any formal training in real estate.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026

I know I looked puzzled, for instead of leaving, Margaret closed the door and asked, “Do you know what a deposition is?”

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg

The investigation, opened by Justice Department prosecutors, seeks to determine if Carroll lied under oath during several depositions against Trump, CNN and The New York Times reported.

From Barron's ● Jul. 8, 2026

According to court documents filed on June 17, a California judge approved a request from Pitt’s legal team to compel depositions from individuals connected to the Stoli Group.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026

Congressional testimony is a specialized skill distinct from earnings calls, courtroom depositions or television interviews.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 4, 2026

He said that Dhillon would not have been able to represent Bondi if her testimony was provided in a deposition because the committee’s rules prevent agency lawyers from attending depositions.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026

But my cases against the Mosses and the state were still alive, and we received notice that Mr. and Mrs. Moss were going to give their depositions.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter


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