Mischiefs
/ˈmɪs.tʃɪfs/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural form of mischief, referring to wrongful acts causing harm or damage, especially in tort law or criminal law.
The defendants were charged with several mischiefs affecting public property.
Forms
- mischief
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Commentary
Use 'mischiefs' to denote multiple instances or types of wrongful acts; legal drafting typically prefers the singular 'mischief' unless emphasizing plurality.
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