Cross examine and Reply
Opposite meaning terms
Cross examine
Cross examine verb - Question closely, or question a witness that has already been questioned by the opposing side.
Reply is an antonym for cross examine in topics: question, ask questions pointedly, ask for answer, ask pointed questions, instruct and question.
Reply
Reply verb - To act or behave in response (as to a stimulus or influence).
Cross examine is an antonym for reply.
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