Contestation
/ˌkɒn.tesˈteɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of disputing or challenging the validity or accuracy of a legal claim, document, or proceeding.
The contestation of the will delayed the distribution of the estate.
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Contestation typically refers to an explicit challenge within legal proceedings, often requiring formal procedures to resolve the disputed matter.
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