Circumstance
/ˈsɜːrkəmstæns/
Definitions
- (n.) A fact or condition connected with or relevant to an event or action.
The decision was based on the particular circumstances of the case.
- (n.) The environment or context surrounding a legal event, affecting its interpretation or consequences.
Under the circumstances, the contract was deemed void.
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- circumstances
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the relevant circumstances helps clarify obligations and rights influenced by situational factors.
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