Used when a legal authority, like a court or judge, makes a final decision in a case. Although the evidence was circumstantial, the court found against the accused.
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Negative Outcome
Means the decision was not in someone's favor, typically the defendant in a legal setting. In a surprising turn, the jury found against the corporation, favoring the small community.
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Finality Implied
The phrase often implies a sense of finality, leaving little to no room for appeal. With the verdict, the judge found against the claimant, ending the long-standing dispute.