Leaks
/ˈliːks/
Definitions
- (n.) Unauthorized disclosure of confidential legal information or documents.
The journalist obtained the leaks from a source within the law firm.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of leak, meaning to disclose information or documents without authorization.
The insider leaks sensitive case details to the media.
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- leak
- leaked
- leaking
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Commentary
In legal contexts, "leaks" typically refer to unauthorized disclosures and should be carefully distinguished from authorized disclosures under confidentiality or privilege rules.
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