Hazarding

/ˈhæzərdɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (v.) The act of risking or exposing something to danger, often used in the context of wagering or exposing property to loss.
    The contract prohibited hazarding the company's assets without prior approval.

Commentary

In legal drafting, 'hazarding' typically implies an element of risk or exposure to harm, often within contracts or liability contexts.

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