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Voir dire

Definition:

Voir dire refers to the preliminary examination of potential jurors in a legal case to determine their suitability and impartiality. It involves questioning the potential jurors about their personal backgrounds and beliefs to ensure a fair and unbiased jury selection process.

Senses:

Noun:

1. The process of jury selection and questioning potential jurors in a legal trial.

2. The questions asked during this process.

Sample Sentences:

Sense 1 (Noun) - The process of jury selection:

1. The attorney conducted a thorough voir dire to ensure an impartial jury for the trial.
2. The judge carefully reviewed the voir dire process to maintain fairness in the case.

Sense 2 (Noun) - The questions asked during voir dire:

1. The defense lawyer asked a series of voir dire questions to identify any potential biases among the jurors.
2. During voir dire, the judge asked the potential jurors about their previous experiences with similar cases.

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