leading question

Frequency: 6.56.0 per million words

A question phrased to suggest the desired answer.

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Examples (10)

  • The judge warned the lawyer not to ask leading questions.
  • During cross-examination, attorneys are often prohibited from using leading questions.
  • She felt the interviewer was asking leading questions to guide her response.
  • A leading question can bias a witness's testimony.
  • Be careful not to ask your child leading questions when trying to get information.
  • The detective avoided leading questions to ensure a fair interview.
  • His survey contained several leading questions, skewing the results.
  • A good journalist should steer clear of leading questions.
  • The defense objected to the prosecution's leading question.
  • Identifying leading questions is a key skill for legal professionals.