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Idiom: In The Dock

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Meanings

Referring to the dock in which an accused person stands in a courtroom.

How to pronounce "in the dock":

AU

Under accusation, scrutiny; subject to critical inspection.

Example Sentences

1
The accused stood in the dock as the judge read out the charges.
2
The lawyer brought evidence to prove his client's innocence in the dock.
3
The politician was in the dock for corruption charges.
4
The defendant nervously awaited his turn in the dock.
5
The witness was called to testify in the dock.

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