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dynamite charge

idiom
Meaning

Instructions given by the judge to a jury that has failed to reach a verdict, in the hope that they can do so after further deliberation.


Examples
SIMPLE

The judge gave a dynamite charge to help the jury reach a decision.

CONTEXTUAL

After the jury reported they were deadlocked for the third time, the judge issued a dynamite charge to encourage them to keep deliberating.

COMPLEX

Recognizing that the trial had already consumed significant resources, the judge delivered a stern dynamite charge, urging the jurors to set aside their differences and reach a unanimous verdict.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    charge down

    To lose electrical power

  2. 02

    charge up

    To motivate, to instill someone with determination.

  3. 03

    get a charge out of

    To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.

  4. 04

    large and in charge

    Dominating or controlling a situation with confidence and aplomb.

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