an opportunity to explain something or give your opinions, without other people trying to influence the situation

He didn't think that he got a fair hearing in court. 他觉得在法庭上没有得到公正的申辩机会。

Before making up your mind, you need to give both sides a fair hearing.

He claimed that the company was not given a fair hearing in the press.

She doubted she would get a fair hearing if she went back to her country.

I'm sure the legislation got a fair hearing - I'm just surprised it didn't pass.

See also: fair adjective (RIGHT)