释义 |
trial by television trial by televisionA situation in which a person's guilt is decided by the population at large due to negative coverage by televised media outlets. Also phrased as "trial by the media." While the stories about the former CEO are all horrifying, right now they are just that: stories. We cannot allow trial by television to become the new means by which to condemn our citizens, who still enjoy the right to be considered innocent until proven guilty.See also: by, television, trialtrial by television (or the media) discussion of a case or controversy on television or in the media involving or implying accusations against a particular person.See also: by, television, trial |