cross examine
US /ˌkrɔːs ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
UK /ˌkrɒs ɪɡˈzæmɪn/
动词
1.
交叉盘问, 盘问
to question a witness called by the opposing side in a legal case
示例:
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The lawyer began to cross-examine the witness about her earlier testimony.
律师开始就证人之前的证词进行交叉盘问。
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It's important to cross-examine witnesses thoroughly to uncover the truth.
彻底交叉盘问证人以揭示真相至关重要。
2.
盘问, 仔细询问
to question someone closely or critically
示例:
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My parents always cross-examine me about where I've been.
我的父母总是盘问我去过哪里。
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The interviewer tried to cross-examine the candidate on his past failures.
面试官试图盘问候选人过去的失败。