cross examine

• Interrogar detalhadamente uma testemunha durante um julgamento ou audiência, geralmente pelo advogado da parte contrária, para contestar ou verificar a veracidade de seus depoimentos anteriores.

To question a witness thoroughly during a trial or hearing, typically by the opposing legal counsel, in order to challenge or test the truthfulness of their earlier testimony.

1. B2formal

   To question a witness in a court of law after they have given their initial testimony, typically to challenge or clarify their statements.

   Interrogatório direto

   • The lawyer began to cross-examine the witness about the events of that night.
   • During the trial, the defense attorney cross-examined the prosecution's key witness.
   • The judge allowed the prosecutor to cross-examine the defendant.