Tardiness
/ˈtɑːrdɪnəs/
Definitions
- (n.) The quality or fact of being late or delayed, especially in legal or contractual performance contexts.
The plaintiff argued that the defendant's tardiness in submitting documents breached the contract terms.
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Tardiness in legal settings often concerns timing requirements in filings, performance, or obligations, where strict adherence to deadlines may impact rights or remedies.
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