Voirdire
/ˌvwɑrˈdiər/
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- (n.) A preliminary examination of prospective jurors by a judge or counsel to determine their suitability for jury service.
The lawyer conducted voirdire to screen potential jurors for bias.
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Voirdire is a critical step in jury trials to ensure impartiality, primarily involving questioning jurors about their backgrounds and potential prejudices.
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