Wherein
Definitions
- (adv.) In which; in the thing or situation specified.
The contract stipulates the terms wherein the parties must act.
- (conj.) In the respect or regard that; where.
The statute provides the conditions wherein an exemption applies.
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- wherein
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Commentary
Often used in formal legal drafting to specify precise circumstances or sections within documents, 'wherein' clarifies the locus of legal obligations or conditions.
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