Subtext
/ˈsʌbˌtɛkst/
Definitions
- (n.) An underlying and implicit meaning in a text or speech, not explicitly stated.
The lawyer read the contract carefully to detect any subtext that could imply hidden obligations.
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In legal drafting and analysis, recognizing subtext can reveal unstated intentions or potential areas of dispute.
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