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mistrial

Syllabification: (mis·tri·al)
Pronunciation: /ˈmisˌtrī(ə)l/
Definition of mistrial

noun

  • a trial rendered invalid through an error in the proceedings.
  • US an inconclusive trial, such as one in which the jury cannot agree on a verdict.

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