Surpluses

/ˈsɜːrpləsɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Amounts by which income or assets exceed expenditures or liabilities, often relevant in property law and contract settlements.
    The company reported surpluses for three consecutive fiscal years.

Commentary

In legal contexts, surpluses often distinguish excess funds available for distribution or retention beyond obligations.

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