SPECIAL PLEADING
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Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Special Pleading.
Special Pleading - as a noun
An argument that ignores all unfavorable evidence
(law) a pleading that alleges new facts in avoidance of the opposing allegations
Example Sentences
"His defense relied on special pleading, trying to make his actions seem justified."
"The lawyer's special pleading failed to convince the jury."
"She resorted to special pleading to avoid taking responsibility for her mistakes."
"His special pleading for a lighter sentence fell on deaf ears."
"The prosecutor exposed the defendant's special pleading as unfounded."
