Extraordinary
/ɪkˈstrɔːrdəˌnɛri/
Definitions
- (adj.) Deviating from what is usual, regular, or customary in a legal context, often referring to measures or proceedings taken under exceptional circumstances.
The court granted extraordinary relief due to the unique facts of the case.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, ‘extraordinary’ often qualifies relief or writs that are unavailable under normal procedural rules, emphasizing rarity and exceptional necessity.
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