Rehear
/ˌriːˈhɪr/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Legal Context
Use 'rehear' when discussing court cases or legal proceedings being examined again.
The court will rehear the arguments next month.
Pro Tip 2/3New Evidence
'Rehear' often implies that new information has prompted a second consideration of a case.
Because of the new witness, they'll rehear the defendant's plea.
Pro Tip 3/3Second Chance
It suggests giving a person or case another opportunity to be heard in a formal setting.
The appellate court agreed to rehear her argument.
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