Illustrative
/ɪˈlʌstrətɪv/
Definitions
- (adj.) Serving as an example or explanation to clarify a legal point.
The contract included illustrative clauses to demonstrate potential liabilities.
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Commentary
Often used in legal drafting to provide non-binding examples that clarify terms without imposing strict obligations.
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