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Recent Examples of adjudication
In the juvenile system, detention is intended to be short term and is generally used prior to an adjudication, the determination of someone’s guilt or innocence.
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Jeffrey Shook, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Deferred adjudication in Texas typically results in dismissal if conditions are met, though the underlying records remain visible in some background searches.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 19 Feb. 2026
Bueno was transported to Webb County jail in Laredo for adjudication of the warrant.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Have you ever been charged or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, including an adjudication of guilt withheld?
—Judy Mollica, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
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Jeffrey Shook, The Conversation, 18 Mar. 2026
Deferred adjudication in Texas typically results in dismissal if conditions are met, though the underlying records remain visible in some background searches.
—Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 19 Feb. 2026
Bueno was transported to Webb County jail in Laredo for adjudication of the warrant.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Have you ever been charged or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, including an adjudication of guilt withheld?
—Judy Mollica, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adjudication
Noun
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But the spokesperson stated that the DA's prosecutors suggested a sentence of five years in the Colorado Department of Corrections.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Alaniz Pineda addressed the court before receiving his sentence.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
Noun
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That motion is pending a ruling.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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However, even if the NCPC approves the plan, the project can’t move forward due to Leon’s ruling.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Miller’s 1968 play, written during the agonizing days of the Vietnam War, concerns the disposition of the remains of a once-illustrious estate.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Day argues that Iran hawks display a dangerous ideological disposition.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Law firm Ancel Glink, which represents Harvey and was the recipient of the letter, said in a statement the city is disputing the finding on the basis the determination was based on taxes levied, rather than taxes collected.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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And while the research focused on individuals with prediabetes, the findings offer valuable insights for anyone aiming to support their cardiovascular health.—
Lauren Manaker,
SELF,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Adjudication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adjudication. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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