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The first to speak in court sounds right— until the cross-examination begins.
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American Standard Version
He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.
Christian Standard Bible
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.
English Standard Version
The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him.
King James Version
He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
New American Standard Bible
The first to plead his case seems right, Until another comes and examines him.
New International Version
In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
New King James Version
The first one to plead his cause seems right, Until his neighbor comes and examines him.
World English Bible
He who pleads his cause first seems right— until another comes and questions him.