partiality

Example Sentences

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Despite Cannon’s partiality so far, we should not write off this prospect until we see what happens.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2024

She expressed concerns about how the media attention surrounding the case will affect the partiality of the jurors.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 29, 2024

Ms. Soderstrom faced removal from the bench for gross neglect of duty, gross partiality in office and other judicial conduct prohibited by the state’s Constitution.

From New York Times • Feb. 10, 2024

Thus, judicial remarks during the course of a trial that are critical or disapproving of, or even hostile to, counsel, the parties, or their cases, ordinarily do not support a bias or partiality challenge.

From Slate • Sep. 13, 2023

Miss Bennet’s astonishment was soon lessened by the strong sisterly partiality which made any admiration of Elizabeth appear perfectly natural; and all surprise was shortly lost in other feelings.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen