Subtleties

/ˈsʌtəltiːz/

Definitions

  1. (n. pl.) Plural of subtlety: a fine or delicate distinction, implication, or aspect often significant in legal interpretation or reasoning.
    The lawyer emphasized the subtleties in the contract that affected its enforceability.

Forms

  • subtlety

Commentary

In legal contexts, the plural 'subtleties' refers to multiple fine distinctions or nuances key to interpretation or argumentation.

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