Oyez

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Courtroom Exclusivity

Used primarily in legal settings to command attention before proceedings begin.

As the judge entered, the clerk exclaimed, 'Oyez! Oyez! All rise!'

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Historic Origin

Rooted in Old French, it was traditionally used by town criers to grab public attention.

In history classes, you might learn that 'Oyez!' was once a call to gather villagers for announcements.

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Solemnity Indicator

Signals formality and solemnity; it's not used casually or in conversation.

The somber tone of the courtroom matched the bailiff's stern 'Oyez!' as the session started.