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List other words that you know that fall into this category.

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Witness

Accused

Proceedings

Adjourn

Verdict

Decree

Accusation

Defense

Impeachment

Charge

Affidavit

Indictment

Opposition

Prosecution

Offence

Crime

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Chapter 5.1: INDIGO - Working with words [Page 55]

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Chapter 5.1 INDIGO
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