direct examination


nounLaw.
  1. the first interrogation of a witness by the side that has called that witness.

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How to use direct examination in a sentence

  • But the moment they reached the road the awe of the place left them, and the direct examination of poor Jube commenced.

    The Gold Brick | Ann S. Stephens
  • Furthermore, he declares on direct examination that my client's handwriting is not the same as that of the despatch.

    The Lost Despatch | Natalie Sumner Lincoln