TAKE THE FIFTH
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Take The Fifth.
Take The Fifth - as a verb
Refuse to testify by invoking the fifth amendment, which states that nobody may be forced to testify as a witness against himself or herself
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
take the fifth amendmentExample Sentences
"He decided to take the fifth and refused to answer any questions during the trial."
"The witness chose to take the fifth when asked about his involvement in the crime."
"The suspect exercised his right to take the fifth, leaving the interrogation room silent."
"The defendant's attorney advised him to take the fifth in order to protect his rights."
"The prosecutor was frustrated when the key witness opted to take the fifth."
