impartial investigation
Unbiased fact-finding mission
An impartial investigation is an inquiry conducted without bias toward any particular outcome or party.
The phrase emphasizes fairness and objectivity—investigators follow evidence wherever it leads rather than seeking to confirm predetermined conclusions: The board called for an impartial investigation into the allegations.
Often invoked when conflicts of interest threaten credibility.
- objectivityFreedom from personal bias
- researchSystematic fact-finding effort
- confidentialityQuality of protecting secrets
- witness testimonySworn statement from observer
- evidenceFacts supporting truth
chain of custody · smoking gun · neutrality · analysis · forensic analysis · cross-examination · burden of proof · fairness · open-mindedness · accountability · verification · sworn statement · informed consent · archival records · integrity · whistleblower · interviewing · transparency
impartial investigationwitch hunt
Persecuting supposed wrongdoers
persecution · political persecution · vendetta · inquisition · show trial
impartial investigationwhitewash
Conceal or coat pale
cover-up · kangaroo court · mock trial · foregone conclusion · frame-up
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