Cross examine and Cross question

Cross examine

Cross examine verb - Question closely, or question a witness that has already been questioned by the opposing side.
Usage example: The witness was cross-examined by the defense

Cross question is a synonym for cross examine. In some cases you can use "Cross question" instead a verb phrase "Cross examine".

Cross question

Cross question verb - Question closely, or question a witness that has already been questioned by the opposing side.
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Synonyms for Cross question

Cross examine is a synonym for cross question. You can use "Cross examine" instead a verb phrase "Cross question".
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