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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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During his testimony and cross-examination on Tuesday and Wednesday, he looked petty and pugilistic, offering answers inconsistent with his deposition and quibbling with defense attorney William Savitt over yes-or-no questions for hours.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

Maxwell declined to answer the committee’s questions during a video deposition in February from the Texas federal prison where she is serving her 20-year prison sentence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The deposition marked a rare instance of Paxton being made to answer questions under oath.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Legal ethics experts declined to read the deposition because it is under a protective order, but said giving former client communications to anyone—especially someone suing the client—is a violation of attorney-client privilege.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 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




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