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defendant

[dih-fen-duhnt, -dant] / dɪˈfɛn dənt, -dænt /
NOUN
accused
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The appeals court found “the trial court’s handling of the note deprived defendant of his constitutional right to counsel at a critical stage of his trial.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Under Batson, the first step asks whether the defendant has made a prima facie showing of discrimination.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

The defendant allegedly responded: "Oh yes, that's my sister's. She asked me to look after it."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

Super Micro was not named as a defendant in the case and has said it is cooperating with the government.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Sergeant Maples acquiesced to the inevitable and did combat with the defendant that afternoon.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson




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