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defendants
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a person in a law court who is sued by someone else or is accused of committing a crime
- The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges of theft and fraud.
- The courtroom was packed with spectators eager to hear the defendant's testimony.
- The defense attorney cross-examined the witness to cast doubt on the defendant's involvement.
- The judge instructed the jury to consider all the evidence presented before reaching a verdict on the defendant's case.
- The defendant remained composed throughout the trial, maintaining innocence despite the prosecution's strong arguments.
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