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Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

🇬🇧 UK //ˈwɒznt kənˈdʌktɪŋ ə ˈθɜːrə əˈnʌf ˌkrɒsˌɛksəˈmɪneɪʃən// 🇺🇸 US //ˈwɑzənt kənˈdʌktɪŋ ə ˈθɜroʊ əˈnʌf ˌkrɔsˌɛksəˈmɪneɪʃən//

Meaning of Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

Not asking enough detailed questions to thoroughly test a witness's statements.

In simple words: Not asking enough detailed questions during questioning.

Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination in a sentence

• The attorney realized he wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination to uncover the truth.
• Her defense strategy failed because she wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination of the witness.
• In legal battles, not conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination can lead to devastating outcomes.
• The judge pointed out that the prosecutor wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination during the trial.
• If you aren't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination, you're leaving crucial information unexamined.

How to use Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

Used in legal contexts when questioning a witness. Avoid informal language while using this phrase.

Grammar pattern

verb + object + adverb

Memory hint

Think of a chef not seasoning food thoroughly; the taste is incomplete.

Related words

Collocations with Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

• conduct a cross-examination
• thorough cross-examination
• cross-examination process
• perform a cross-examination
• effective cross-examination

Synonyms for Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

• inadequate questioning
• improper examination
• limited inquiry
• insufficient interrogating
• poor analysis

Common mistakes with Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

• Using 'cross-examination' in casual conversations.
• Confusing it with 'interrogation'.
• Neglecting to use 'thorough' when describing the examination.

Frequently asked questions about Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination

What does Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination mean?

Not asking enough detailed questions during questioning.

What is the definition of Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

Not asking enough detailed questions to thoroughly test a witness's statements.

How do you use Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination in a sentence?

The attorney realized he wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination to uncover the truth.

Can you give another example of Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

Her defense strategy failed because she wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination of the witness.

What are synonyms for Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

Common alternatives include inadequate questioning, improper examination, limited inquiry, insufficient interrogating, poor analysis.

What words go with Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

It commonly pairs with conduct a cross-examination, thorough cross-examination, cross-examination process, perform a cross-examination, effective cross-examination.

What are common mistakes when using Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

Using 'cross-examination' in casual conversations. Confusing it with 'interrogation'. Neglecting to use 'thorough' when describing the examination.

How do you pronounce Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

US: //ˈwɑzənt kənˈdʌktɪŋ ə ˈθɜroʊ əˈnʌf ˌkrɔsˌɛksəˈmɪneɪʃən//, UK: //ˈwɒznt kənˈdʌktɪŋ ə ˈθɜːrə əˈnʌf ˌkrɒsˌɛksəˈmɪneɪʃən//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination formal or informal?

"Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Wasn't conducting a thorough-enough cross-examination?

Used in legal contexts when questioning a witness. Avoid informal language while using this phrase.