Beyond the Pale
/bɪˈjɒnd ðə peɪl/
Definitions
- (idiom) Refers to actions, behavior, or conditions considered outside acceptable legal or ethical boundaries.
His conduct was beyond the pale and grounds for disciplinary action.
Forms
- beyond the pale
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Commentary
Use cautiously in legal drafting as it is idiomatic and may require clarification to ensure precise legal meaning.
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