Proverbial
/prəˈvɜːr.bi.əl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Widely known and commonly cited, often as a fixed expression or illustrative example in legal argument or reasoning.
The court relied on the proverbial 'clear and convincing evidence' standard to justify its decision.
Forms
- proverbial
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Commentary
Used to reference expressions or principles generally accepted as authoritative or illustrative in legal contexts; often employed to introduce a widely recognized example or common wisdom in legal writing.
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