legal proceedings

idiom

: actions taken to settle an argument in a court of law

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What happens to the children of mixed-status families or those in the middle of complex legal proceedings? Vilerka Bilbao, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 May 2025 While Cassie's previous relationship with Combs remains under public scrutiny, Alex Fine, her husband since 2019, has publicly supported her during the legal proceedings and media coverage. Jenna Dejong, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025 Gloria —who asked to use only her first name in fear that her experiences might impact ongoing legal proceedings with her previous partner — moved into the Gardner apartment complex on March 20. Taylor O’Connor, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2025 However, this investment in thorough qualification evaluation pays off through reliable digital evidence analysis that can withstand scrutiny in legal proceedings. Lars Daniel, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for legal proceedings

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“Legal proceedings.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/legal%20proceedings. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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