circumstantial in a sentence
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Definition
CIRCUMSTANTIAL: relating to evidence or information that suggests something is true but does not directly prove it.
Sample Sentences
- The evidence presented was largely circumstantial, making it difficult to draw any definitive conclusions.
- During the trial, the defense argued that the circumstantial nature of the witness testimonies weakened the prosecution's case.
- Although she had no direct proof, the circumstantial clues suggested that he was involved in the incident.
- The detective collected circumstantial evidence from the scene, piecing together what might have happened that night.
- His circumstantial relationship to the crime made it challenging for the jury to find him guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
- The detective found only circumstantial evidence linking the suspect to the crime.
- Her testimony was deemed circumstantial, lacking direct proof of the defendant's guilt.
- The jury was instructed to consider the circumstantial nature of the evidence presented.
- Although the case relied on circumstantial details, the prosecutor believed it was strong enough for a conviction.
- Circumstantial factors often play a significant role in shaping public opinion about events.