Equivocations
/ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃənz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of equivocation, referring to statements or terms that are intentionally ambiguous or misleading in legal contexts.
The contract contained several equivocations that complicated the interpretation.
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Commentary
Equivocations often arise in contract law and legal argumentation where clarity is essential to prevent misunderstanding.
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