idiom
Day in Court
DAY in COURT
/deɪ ɪn kɔːrt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
DAYinCOURT
Dictionary meaning
The opportunity to present one's case or argument before a judge or other authority; the chance to be heard fairly and defend oneself.
Examples
- Every citizen deserves their day in court, no matter how minor the dispute.
- After years of waiting, she finally had her day in court.
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