Foreshadowing

/ˈfɔːrʃædəʊɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A narrative technique used in legal storytelling or argumentation to suggest events that will occur later, aiding in the interpretation or prediction of contract terms or legal outcomes.
    The lawyer's foreshadowing of potential breach consequences strengthened the contract negotiation.

Forms

  • foreshadowings

Commentary

Foreshadowing in legal contexts often assists in illustrating potential risks or outcomes, useful in contract law and litigation strategy.

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