Promising
/ˈprɑː.mɪ.sɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Showing or containing a promise or assurance, especially in legal contracts or obligations.
The parties entered into a promising agreement to resolve their dispute amicably.
- (adj.) Likely to result in favorable legal outcomes or beneficial conditions.
The promising evidence supported the claimant's case.
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Commentary
Use 'promising' to describe conditions or statements in contracts indicating binding commitments or favorable prospects; carefully distinguish it from the noun 'promise'.
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