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Term: POUR OUT
Definition: When someone asks for help from a court because they think they were hurt or wronged, the court might say "no, you don't get any help." This is called pouring out. It's like pouring water out of a cup - the person doesn't get what they wanted.
Definition: To deny someone damages or relief in a lawsuit.
Example: The jury's verdict of no liability poured out the plaintiff from the court.
Explanation: When someone is "poured out" of court, it means that they did not receive the outcome they were hoping for in a lawsuit. In this example, the plaintiff was seeking damages or relief, but the jury's verdict denied them that outcome.