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in contempt of court

Idiom Law

Meaning

disrespecting or defying the authority of a court of law

Example Sentences

"He was found in contempt of court for refusing to testify."

Related Expressions

break the mold

to do something differently from tradition

eat humble pie

to admit your mistake and apologize

hand in glove

working closely and harmoniously together

pull the plug

to stop something; to end support for a project or activity

rope off

to block an area by using a rope or barrier

family comes first

family is the most important priority in life