Tolerances

/ˈtɒlərən.sɪz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Permissible limits of variation in a legal context, often related to measurements, contractual terms, or regulatory standards.
    The contract specified tight tolerances for the product dimensions to ensure quality compliance.

Forms

  • tolerance

Commentary

In legal drafting, specifying tolerances clearly limits liability by defining acceptable deviations from agreed terms or regulatory requirements.

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