Resulting
/rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/
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- (adj.) Occurring as a consequence or effect of a prior event or action, especially in contracts or property law.
The resulting trust arises from the parties' conduct rather than an express agreement.
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'Resulting' is often used adjectivally to describe effects or legal consequences derived from prior actions, commonly seen in terms such as 'resulting trust.' Avoid confusing it with the verb form 'result.'
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