Hasty
/ˈhæsti/
Definitions
- (adj.) Done or acting with excessive speed or insufficient consideration.
The lawyer made a hasty decision without reviewing all the evidence.
Forms
- hastier
- hastiest
- hastily
- hastiness
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Commentary
In legal drafting, avoid hasty language to ensure clarity and prevent ambiguity.
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