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Burden of Proof

Noun:

1. The obligation to prove an assertion, claim, or argument in a legal or argumentative context.
2. The legal standard used in determining which party is responsible for presenting evidence and convincing the court or jury.

Sample Sentences:

1. In a criminal trial, the burden of proof lies with the prosecution to prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
2. Sheila was unable to convince the judge as she failed to fulfill the burden of proof required by the court.

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