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on trial
As a test of something, on probation, as in They said we could take the vacuum cleaner on trial and return it if it was too noisy . [Early 1700s]
In the process of being tried, especially in a court of law. For example, He would be put on trial for the murder of his wife . [Early 1700s]
Example Sentences
Mr Mears has admitted manslaughter, but denies murder on the grounds of diminished responsibility, and is on trial at Caernarfon Crown Court.
The millionaire owner of a Highland lodge has gone on trial accused of communicating indecently with a woman.
Many of the brothers' supporters suggest that if they were put on trial today, their allegations of abuse would be taken more seriously – potentially leading to a very different outcome.
They are on trial in a military court in Baku, accused of war crimes dating back decades.
Farben executives were put on trial for their role in the Holocaust.
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