Ending
/ˈɛn.dɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The conclusion or termination of a legal agreement, proceeding, or contract.
The ending of the lease agreement was marked by the tenant's departure.
- (n.) The final part of a legal document or statute, often containing closing provisions or clauses.
The ending of the contract included the dispute resolution clause.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the ending of agreements precisely can prevent disputes over duration or applicability.
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