Withdrawing
/ˈwɪðˌdrɔɪŋ/
Definitions
- (v. (gerund)) The act of formally removing or retracting a claim, motion, application, or offer in legal proceedings.
The plaintiff is considering withdrawing the lawsuit before trial.
- (v. (gerund)) The act of removing funds or assets from an account or property.
Withdrawing funds from the trust requires court approval.
Forms
- withdraw
- withdrawn
- withdraws
- withdrew
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Commentary
Use ‘withdrawing’ to denote the ongoing or current process of removal or retraction, often contingent on court rules or contractual conditions.
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