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Cross-Examination

The questioning of a witness by the opposing party's attorney, designed to test credibility and challenge testimony given during direct examination.

Encyclopedia entry: Cross-Examination

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cross-examination

See: cross examination

[Last reviewed in January of 2025 by the Wex Definitions Team

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