Quotation Marks
/ˈkwoʊteɪʃən mɑːrks/
Definitions
- (n. pl.) Punctuation marks used in legal texts to denote direct speech, quotations, or cited material, ensuring clarity and precision in legal drafting.
The lawyer used quotation marks to accurately present the witness's statement within the contract.
Forms
- quotation mark (singular)
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Commentary
Quotation marks are critical in legal documents to differentiate between original text and cited or spoken words, helping avoid ambiguity or misinterpretation.
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