the court of public/world opinion

noun phrase

: the beliefs and judgment of most people

The statement was quickly condemned in the court of public opinion.

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Coach Shah is maintaining his innocence in the court of public opinion. —

Liza Esquibias, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024 But they certainly were wrongfully convicted in the court of public opinion. —

Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Nov. 2024 Drake’s taken the Kendrick beef from the court of public opinion to actual court. —

Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 26 Nov. 2024 When the Bears start losing in the court of public opinion while losing on the field, history says major changes will follow that season. —

Adam Jahns, The Athletic, 21 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the court of public/world opinion

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