Conducting
/kənˈdʌktɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) The act of organizing or carrying out a legal procedure or official business.
The attorney is conducting the deposition with care.
- (v. (gerund)) Managing or overseeing the behavior of parties in a legal context to ensure compliance.
The judge is conducting the courtroom to maintain order.
Forms
- conduct
- conducted
- conducts
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Commentary
As a gerund of 'conduct', 'conducting' often appears in procedural contexts indicating ongoing action; distinguish it from the noun 'conduct' which refers to behavior or actions.
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