Isolation
/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The state of being separated from others, often to prevent communication or contact.
The witness was kept in complete isolation to protect them from outside influence.
- (n.) A legal condition where a party or evidence is separated to maintain integrity or confidentiality.
The court ordered the isolation of sensitive documents to prevent leaks.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specify the purpose and scope of 'isolation' to avoid ambiguity regarding physical separation versus confidentiality measures.
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