Line of Argument
Definitions
- (n.) A sequence of connected statements or reasons presented to support a legal conclusion or claim.
The lawyer developed a strong line of argument to persuade the court.
Forms
- lines of argument
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Commentary
The term is commonly used in litigation and legal writing to denote structured reasoning supporting a party's position.
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