VERB: "to contrive the evidence against (an innocent person) so that a verdict of guilty is assured" Crossword Clue

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VERB: "to contrive the evidence against (an innocent person) so that a verdict of guilty is assured" Crossword Answer

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(noun)
1. a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning
2. (baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat
(verb)
1. formulate in a particular style or language
2. make up plans or basic details for

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CONTRIVE (verb)
1. come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort
2. make or work out a plan for; devise
EVIDENCE (verb)
1. provide evidence for
2. provide evidence for; stand as proof of; show by one’s behavior, attitude, or external attributes
EVIDENCE (noun)
1. your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
2. an indication that makes something evident

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