Notwithstande

/ˌnɒtwɪðˈstænd/

Definitions

  1. (prep.) In spite of; notwithstanding is used to indicate that something occurs despite a stated condition or fact.
    Notwithstanding the contract, the landlord proceeded with eviction.

Forms

  • notwithstanding

Commentary

Commonly used to introduce a clause that limits, qualifies, or contradicts the main provision in legal documents.

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