Stances

/ˈstæn.sɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Plural of stance: a party's legal position or attitude in a dispute or negotiation.
    The lawyer outlined several stances her client might adopt in the mediation session.

Forms

  • stance

Commentary

As a plural noun, 'stances' typically refers to multiple legal positions taken by parties.

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