Asked what a guilty verdict would mean, Mr. White spoke for all those interviewed.

Yesterday's verdict "does not mean every man will be acquitted, or should be," she said.

"This verdict means Egypt still has an independent judiciary," he said.

Summer travelers, meanwhile, hoped the verdict might mean the start of fare cuts that have been uncharacteristically rare this season.

And it comes well before the state trial on murder charges, in which a guilty verdict could mean the death penalty.

His verdict can mean a gain or loss of a small fortune for his clients.

He might want to cut a deal, and a verdict for him means you're out of work and your clients lose billions.

The verdict means nothing if it's not significant, Jerry.

The verdict means that the killing was done without lawful excuse and in breach of criminal law.

"Today's verdict means he will finally be brought to account for his evil deeds."