jury duty
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a civic obligation requiring individuals to serve as members of a jury in a court of law
- She was summoned for jury duty and had to report to the courthouse for potential selection.
- He was excused from jury duty due to his medical condition.
- Serving on jury duty allowed her to gain a firsthand understanding of the legal system.
- The judge thanked the jurors for their commitment to fulfilling their jury duty responsibilities.
- Jury duty can be an inconvenience for some individuals, but it is an essential part of our justice system.