Temporary Relief
/ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri rɪˈlif/
Definitions
- (n.) A court-ordered measure granting short-term protection or delay of enforcement pending a full hearing or final decision.
The plaintiff sought temporary relief to prevent eviction until the case was decided.
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Temporary relief typically provides provisional protection and is limited in duration, often requiring a subsequent hearing for continuation or modification.
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