Emergencies
/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Instances or situations involving immediate risk to health, life, property, or environment requiring urgent intervention.
The law provides special procedures for dealing with emergencies to ensure public safety.
Forms
- emergency
Related terms
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clearly define the scope and triggers of 'emergencies' to avoid ambiguity in statutory or contractual contexts.
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