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justices (Noun (plural))

The plural form of justice, referring to high-ranking judges who preside over a supreme court or other superior courts. It also refers to the collective concept of fairness and moral rightness in multiple instances.

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Think of 'Just-I-Ces'. Just (fair) + I (individuals) + Ces (cases). The 'Justices' are the 'fair individuals' who decide...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'judges' for the Supreme Court. → Using 'justices'.

Writing 'the justice's' when referring to the whole group. → Writing 'the justices''.

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