nounpl: acquittals (plural form)
absolvições
1. Legal decisions or judgments in which a defendant is declared not guilty of charges brought against them
The acquittals of the three defendants were celebrated by their families.
As absolvições dos três réus foram celebradas pelas suas famílias.
2. The action or process of acquitting someone, especially in a court of law
The jury's acquittals were based on insufficient evidence.
As absolvições do júri foram baseadas em evidências insuficientes.
3. Acts of discharging or fulfilling a duty or obligation
His acquittals of his responsibilities earned him respect.
Suas absolvições de suas responsabilidades lhe renderam respeito.
In Brazilian legal culture, acquittals are significant events often reported extensively in media. The term 'absolvição' is strictly formal and used in official court documents. In the USA, high-profile acquittals can become major news stories and cultural moments, reflecting broader conversations about justice and the legal system.
NYC Slang
walks, beats the rap, getting off
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