Cores

/ˈkɔːrz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The central, most important part of something, such as the essential substance of a legal document or a principal subject of litigation.
    The core of the contract dispute lies in the interpretation of the indemnity clause.

Commentary

In legal drafting, 'core' often refers to fundamental elements warranting primary attention, such as core rights or core obligations.

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