Conceding
/kənˈsiːdɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) The act of admitting defeat or acknowledging a point in legal arguments, often to clarify or streamline issues in litigation.
The attorney was conceding the plaintiff's claim to avoid protracted litigation.
Forms
- concede
- conceded
- concedes
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Commentary
In legal drafting, conceding can strategically narrow issues; it should be clearly stated to avoid unintended admissions.
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