witness stand

NOUN

place for witness testimony

Synonyms

WEAK

dock testimony box witness box

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

He was imperturbable on the witness stand and treated the prosecutors as though they were errant students who needed stern admonishment.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela