Reciprocal Agreement
/rɪ'sɪprəkəl ə'griːmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A mutual arrangement between two or more parties whereby each agrees to provide certain obligations or benefits to the others.
The two countries entered into a reciprocal agreement to waive visa requirements for their citizens.
- (n.) An agreement recognizing and enforcing each other's legal decisions or privileges.
The reciprocal agreement allowed the enforcement of court judgments across state lines.
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- reciprocal agreements
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Commentary
Typically emphasizes mutual commitments; essential to distinguish from unilateral agreements in drafting to ensure reciprocal obligations are clearly defined.
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