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| 2 | 38% | 7 | An archaic trial by ordeal wherein the accused person had to eat a piece of bread, with the belief that divine judgment would cause harm to the guilty person. | |
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From Bear A Burden The Temporary Release Of An Accused Person Awaiting Trial Or A Bucket For Scooping Water From A Boat Crossword Clue
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BAIL which was last seen in the Telegraph Giant General Knowledge crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
BAIL
Updated: October 12, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "BAIL" which means:
- noun
- • (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial
- • The legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody (usually on condition that a sum of money guarantees their appearance at trial) verb
- • Release after a security has been paid
- • Deliver something in trust to somebody for a special purpose and for a limited period
- • Secure the release of (someone) by providing security
- • Empty (a vessel) by bailing
- • Remove (water) from a vessel with a container
An example sentence would be:
- • "He was released on bail pending his trial."
- • "The judge set the bail at $100,000."
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1 | An archaic trial by ordeal wherein the accused person had to eat a piece of bread, with the belief that divine judgment would cause harm to the guilty person. | |
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6 | Temporary release of the accused - wicket crosspiece
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7 | Term for a small bear species, such as the sun bear or sloth bear |
