grand jury

US /ˌɡrænd ˈdʒʊr.i/
UK /ˌɡrænd ˈdʒʊr.i/
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grand jury

a jury, typically of twenty-three people, selected to examine the validity of an accusation before trial.

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The grand jury heard testimony for weeks before issuing an indictment.
Le grand jury a entendu des témoignages pendant des semaines avant de rendre un acte d'accusation.
A special prosecutor presented evidence to the grand jury.
Un procureur spécial a présenté des preuves au grand jury.