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TAKE THE FIFTH AMENDMENT

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Take The Fifth Amendment.

Take The Fifth Amendment - as a verb

Refuse to testify by invoking the fifth amendment, which states that nobody may be forced to testify as a witness against himself or herself

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
take the fifth

Example Sentences

"During the trial, the defendant decided to take the fifth amendment and refused to answer any questions."
"The witness was afraid of self-incrimination, so he chose to take the fifth amendment."
"They advised me to take the fifth amendment and remain silent."
"It is your right to take the fifth amendment and not say anything that could be used against you in court."
"The lawyer instructed his client to take the fifth amendment during the cross-examination."
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