Friends
/ˈfrɛndz/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals engaged in a personal relationship characterized by mutual affection but without legal obligation.
The witness testified about her friends who were present at the scene.
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Commentary
"Friends" in legal contexts often arise in considerations of witness credibility or conflict-of-interest analyses but do not create enforceable legal obligations by themselves.
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