/ɪmˈpjuːnɪŋ ˈwɪtnəs/ – Phrase
Definition: xch impeaching witness.
A more thorough explanation: “Impugning a witness” refers to the act of challenging or questioning the credibility, reliability, or truthfulness of a witness’s testimony during legal proceedings. This can involve questioning the witness’s motives, biases, or inconsistencies in their statements in order to undermine their testimony.
Example: The defense attorney was accused of impugning the witness’s credibility during cross-examination.