Paradigm
/ˈpærəˌdaɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A standard, perspective, or set of ideas serving as a model or pattern in legal theory or practice.
The court's ruling established a new paradigm for interpreting constitutional rights.
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- paradigms
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Commentary
Often used to describe prevailing legal theories or interpretive approaches; clarity in context aids comprehension.
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