Sides

/ˈsaɪdz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The parties or entities involved in a legal dispute or contract.
    Both sides agreed to the terms of the settlement.
  2. (n.) The aspects or positions considered in an argument or legal discussion.
    The judge carefully reviewed both sides of the case before ruling.

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'sides' most commonly refers to the parties involved in litigation or negotiation; clarity is important to distinguish from literal geometric meanings.

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