on what grounds
phrase
Pronunciation: ɒn wɒt ɡraʊndz
Definition
For what specific reasons or legal justifications.
Examples
On what grounds did the committee decide to reject the proposal?
The journalist asked the minister on what grounds the new policy was implemented.
On what grounds can you claim that this evidence is inadmissible in court?
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