hearings
word · lemma: hearing
Definition
Official meetings in a court or government where people give information, answer questions, or present evidence on a particular issue.
Usage & Nuances
'Hearings' is most common in legal, political, or official government contexts (e.g., 'court hearings', 'congressional hearings'). It refers to scheduled sessions for presenting statements, evidence, or arguments. Do not confuse with 'hearing' (the sense of 'ability to hear'). Often used in plural when talking about multiple proceedings.
Example Sentences
There were three hearings last week in the court.
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Public hearings are open for anyone to attend.
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The hearings will help the judge make a decision.
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After months of hearings, the committee finally made their recommendation.
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Congressional hearings often get a lot of media attention.
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All the witnesses were called to testify during the hearings.
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