Find against

Pro Tip 1/3

Used when a legal authority, like a court or judge, makes a final decision in a case.

Although the evidence was circumstantial, the court found against the accused.

Pro Tip 2/3

Means the decision was not in someone's favor, typically the defendant in a legal setting.

In a surprising turn, the jury found against the corporation, favoring the small community.

Pro Tip 3/3

The phrase often implies a sense of finality, leaving little to no room for appeal.

With the verdict, the judge found against the claimant, ending the long-standing dispute.