Relate
/rɪˈleɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To make a connection between two or more facts, statements, or circumstances, often to establish relevance or context in legal reasoning.
The witness was asked to relate the events leading up to the incident.
- (v.) To narrate or tell a story or account, particularly in legal testimony or affidavits.
She related the details of the contract negotiation during her deposition.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'relate' commonly denotes connecting facts or narrating events to clarify context or establish linkage; care is advised to use precise language to avoid ambiguity between factual connection and storytelling.
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