Sifting
/ˈsɪftɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of examining evidence or information carefully to separate relevant from irrelevant material in legal proceedings.
The court ordered a sifting of the documents to identify admissible evidence.
Forms
- sift
- sifts
- sifted
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'sifting' often describes the methodical review of materials for relevance or admissibility, important in pre-trial procedures.
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