alibi in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Definition
An alibi is a claim or evidence that a person was elsewhere when an event, typically a crime, occurred, used to prove their innocence.
Sample Sentences
- She had a solid alibi, backed up by numerous witnesses.
- The detective was skeptical of his alibi, as it seemed too convenient.
- During the trial, the defendant presented an alibi that was difficult to verify.
- Her alibi fell apart when new evidence surfaced at the last minute.
- He claimed to be at the movies during the time of the robbery, providing an alibi.
- The police checked security footage to confirm the suspect's alibi.
- An airtight alibi is crucial for anyone accused of a crime.
- His alibi was corroborated by a friend who was with him at the time.
- Despite having an alibi, he still felt the weight of suspicion on his shoulders.
- The lack of an alibi made the case against him even more compelling.