Italics
/ˈɪtəlɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) A typographical style in which letters are slanted to the right, used for emphasis or to denote titles and foreign words in legal documents.
The judge's opinion was printed in italics to highlight the key legal principles.
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In legal writing, italics are often used to emphasize case names, statutory titles, or foreign terms, enhancing clarity and precision in documents.
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