Unwarranted Expense
/ˌʌnwɔːrəntɪd ɪkˈspɛns/
Definitions
- (n.) An expense incurred without proper justification or legal authority, often deemed unnecessary or unauthorized under governing rules or contracts.
The auditor identified several unwarranted expenses claimed by the contractor that violated the terms of the agreement.
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- unwarranted expense
- unwarranted expenses
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Commentary
Unwarranted expenses frequently arise in contexts involving fiduciary duties, contract performance, and governmental or corporate audits, where distinguishing authorized from unauthorized costs is critical.
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