Probing
/ˈproʊbɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of investigating or exploring to gather information, often used during discovery or investigations.
The attorney's probing revealed inconsistencies in the witness's testimony.
- (adj.) Relating to or involving careful examination or inquiry, especially in legal contexts.
The court ordered a probing inquiry into the defendant's financial records.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'probing' often implies a thorough and systematic investigation; use it to denote active information gathering rather than passive receipt of information.
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