Precariousness
/ˌprɛkəˈrɪəsnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The condition of being uncertain, unstable, or dependent on chance in legal status or rights.
The tenant's precariousness under the lease made it difficult to secure financing.
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Precariousness often arises in contexts involving rights or tenure susceptible to revocation or conditional upon uncertain factors; precise drafting can mitigate unintended legal vulnerability.
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