Contrasting
/ˈkɒn.træs.tɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Exhibiting a clear difference when compared to something else, often used in legal analysis to highlight opposing facts or positions.
The contrasting interpretations of the contract terms led to a protracted dispute.
- (v. (participle)) Present participle of contrast; used to describe the act of comparing two or more items to show differences, often in legal arguments or decisions.
The lawyer was contrasting the facts of the two cases to support her argument.
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Typically used as an adjective or present participle form to indicate difference or opposition in legal contexts; not usually a standalone noun or verb form in legal usage.
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