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The phrase "a verdict for" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in legal contexts to indicate a decision or judgment in favor of a party in a case.
Example: "The jury reached a verdict for the defendant, concluding that there was insufficient evidence to support the charges."
Alternatives: "a ruling in favor of" or "a decision for".
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The jury returned a verdict for respondent.
A verdict for the defendant would be unwarranted.
"This is a verdict for justice," Dr. Petit said afterward.
The district judge directed a verdict for defendants on the battery count and the jury returned a verdict for defendants on the negligence count.
The jury returned a verdict for respondent and awarded him $5,000 damages.
The jury was swayed and ultimately returned a verdict for less culpable charges.
It was a special jury that rendered a verdict for the Hadleys.
On motion of the defendant, the court instructed the jury to return a verdict for him.
The jury returned after a short deliberation and brought in a verdict for the plaintiff.
A verdict for Mr. Bo, most likely predetermined by party leaders, is expected in early September.
The jury, however, returned a verdict for the plaintiff only in the exact amount of the funeral expenses.
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