Difficulty
/ˈdɪfɪkəlti/
Definitions
- (n.) A condition or factor that makes something hard to do, understand, or accomplish.
The contract included several difficulties that delayed the project.
- (n.) A legal objection or problem encountered in a case or procedure.
The lawyer raised a difficulty regarding the admissibility of evidence.
Forms
- difficulties
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the nature of 'difficulty' to clarify its impact on obligations or rights.
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