Constructively
/kənˈstrʌktɪvli/
Definitions
- (adv.) In a manner implying legal inference or implication from conduct, rather than explicit agreement.
The court ruled that the tenant was constructively evicted due to the landlord's actions.
- (adv.) In a manner that promotes resolution or improvement within legal discourse or negotiation.
The parties engaged constructively to reach a settlement.
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Commentary
Used to indicate that legal consequences arise by implication or inference rather than direct statement; important to distinguish from actual or express conduct.
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