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Definition |
unable to provide solid evidence |
Examples |
1) The defendant didn't have a leg to stand on due to the lack of
evidence supporting their claims. 2) Her excuses were weak, and she
didn't have a leg to stand on when confronted about her actions. |
Etymology |
It can be traced back to the legal context
of the 18th century. |
Synonyms |
lack evidence, lack substance |
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