Tautologies
/ˌtɔːtəˈlɒdʒiz/
Definitions
- (n.) Statements or propositions that are true by necessity or by virtue of their logical form, often redundant or repetitive in legal drafting.
The contract contained several tautologies to emphasize the parties' obligations.
Forms
- tautology (singular)
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Commentary
Tautologies in legal texts are typically avoided as they add no substantive meaning but can be used deliberately for emphasis or clarity.
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