closing argument
closing argument · closing arguments
The final speech delivered by each side's attorney at the end of a trial, summarizing…The final speech delivered by each side's attorney at the end of a trial, summarizing key evidence and urging the judge or jury to rule in their client's favor.
» Closing arguments are set for Monday.
Meaning
1 sensesThe final speech delivered by each side's attorney at the end of a trial, summarizing key evidence and urging the judge or jury to rule in their client's favor.
Examples
3 sentencesClosing arguments are set for Monday.
Closing arguments will continue Monday.
Closing arguments are expected Monday.
Forms
plural: closing arguments| Singular | closing argument |
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