Admit
/ədˈmɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To formally allow entry or participation in a legal proceeding or institution.
The court admitted the new evidence into the trial record.
- (v.) To concede the truth or existence of a fact, especially reluctantly.
The defendant admitted the allegations during cross-examination.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'admit' often pertains to evidentiary acceptance or acknowledgment of facts; precision in usage can affect case outcomes.
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