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[trahy-uhl, trahyl] / ˈtraɪ əl, traɪl /






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During his trial, Harwe told the court he had been working in a convenience store in Hexthorpe and lived nearby in an attic room with two others.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The decade-long trial was beset by delays due to coronavirus disruptions and problems securing translators.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

As biopic ‘Michael’ crosses $900 million at the global box office, Netflix’s molestation trial docuseries ‘The Verdict’ rises, and a prosecutor reports threats from Michael Jackson fans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

"The investigation, prosecution, and trial of Bilal Mohammed and Yusufu Mieraili have been rife with human rights violations and have exposed some of the systemic deficiencies of Thailand's criminal justice system."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“Well, let’s hope you never believe it, then,” I said, “because I’d rather not go on trial if it’s all the same to you. So chill for a second, will you? I need to think.”

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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