public testimony

Frequency: 6.57.5 per million words

Testimony given openly, often before a legislative body.

testimonyADJECTIVE + NOUN (as formal statement)

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public

Examples (10)

  • The committee heard powerful public testimony from victims.
  • Citizens are encouraged to provide public testimony on the proposed bill.
  • She prepared extensively for her public testimony before Congress.
  • The activist's public testimony brought crucial issues to light.
  • There was no opportunity for public testimony during the closed-door session.
  • His public testimony dramatically shifted public opinion.
  • Many people value the right to offer public testimony in democratic processes.
  • The judge allowed for limited public testimony at the hearing.
  • Providing public testimony can be intimidating but is often necessary.
  • We expect to hear public testimony from several experts next week.