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defendant

[dih-fen-duhnt, -dant] / dɪˈfɛn dənt, -dænt /
NOUN
accused
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Super Micro was not named as a defendant in the case and has said it is cooperating with the government, while launching its own investigation into the matter.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

But somehow, Renea Gamble had found herself a criminal defendant, accused of posing a danger to her peaceful Southern city.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

The judge said she "couldn't separate out those charges" and she was "satisfied that the defendant could be linked to all the charges".

From BBC • May 2, 2026

In the latter, he said he did not impugn the jurors — who were not present — but was advising the just-acquitted defendant to stay out of trouble.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

“But, as you say, the defendant had no spare on board. Is that right?”

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




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