Judicial Hammer
/ˈdʒuːdɪʃəl ˈhæmər/
Definitions
- (n.) A metaphorical term referring to the authoritative and final decision or pronouncement delivered by a judge, often implying a decisive and impactful judgment.
The judge brought down the judicial hammer, ending the prolonged litigation.
Forms
- judicial hammers
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Commentary
Used metaphorically to emphasize the forcefulness or finality of a judge's decision; avoid literal interpretation as a physical object in legal drafting.
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