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conflicting evidence

[/kənˈflɪktɪŋ ˈɛvɪdəns/]
noun phrase
provas contraditórias
1. Evidence or testimony that contradicts or is inconsistent with other evidence presented in the same case or situation
The jury had to evaluate the conflicting evidence presented by both the prosecution and defense.
O júri teve que avaliar as provas contraditórias apresentadas pela acusação e defesa.
2. Information or documentation that appears to support opposite conclusions or statements
The researchers found conflicting evidence regarding the effectiveness of the new treatment.
Os pesquisadores encontraram provas contraditórias sobre a eficácia do novo tratamento.
Synonyms
contradictory evidenceinconsistent evidenceopposing evidencecompeting evidencedivergent evidence
Antonyms
corroborating evidencesupporting evidenceconsistent evidenceconclusive evidenceunanimous evidence

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
provas contraditórias
most common usage in legal and academic contexts
Brazil
evidências conflitantes
alternative term, more literal translation
Portugal
provas contraditórias
standard legal terminology
Portugal
provas conflituantes
less common but used in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

weigh the evidence
at odds with
pull in opposite directions
muddy the waters
add fuel to the fire
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