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Core legal concepts

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ability

ability is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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absence

absence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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absent

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absolute

absolute is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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absorber

absorber is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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abuse

abuse is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accelerate

accelerate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accept

accept is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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access

access is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accrue

accrue is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accumulation

accumulation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accuracy

accuracy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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accurate

accurate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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acknowledge

acknowledge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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acquiror

acquiror is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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act

act is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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active

active is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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actual

actual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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actual cost

actual cost is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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actual knowledge

actual knowledge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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actual/360

actual/360 is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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addition

addition is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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additional information

additional information is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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address

address is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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adjusted

adjusted is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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administer

administer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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admission

admission is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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adopt

adopt is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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advance

advance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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adverse

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adverse effect

adverse effect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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adversely affect

adversely affect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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advice

advice is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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affairs

affairs is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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affects

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aggregate

aggregate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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all costs

all costs is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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allocable

allocable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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allow

allow is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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alternate

alternate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ambassador

ambassador is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ambiguity

ambiguity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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amount

amount is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ancillary

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anniversary

anniversary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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announcement

announcement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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annual

annual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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annum

annum is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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any person

any person is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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applicable

applicable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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applicable rate

applicable rate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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apply

apply is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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appoint

appoint is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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appreciation

appreciation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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appropriate

appropriate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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arrange

arrange is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ascribed

ascribed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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assist

assist is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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associate

associate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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assumed

assumed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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assumption

assumption is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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assurance

assurance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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attached

attached is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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attention

attention is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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attributable

attributable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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availability

availability is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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available funds

available funds is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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avoidance

avoidance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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backed

backed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bad

bad is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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balance

balance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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balloon

balloon is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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base

base is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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basic

basic is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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basis

basis is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bear

bear is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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benchmark

benchmark is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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beneficial

beneficial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bid

bid is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bills

bills is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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body

body is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bona fide

bona fide is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bonus

bonus is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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books

books is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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borrowed

borrowed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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branch

branch is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bridge lender

bridge lender is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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broker

broker is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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budget

budget is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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building

building is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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built

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bureau

bureau is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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business

business is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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business day

business day is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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business hours

business hours is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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buy

buy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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buyer

buyer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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by-laws

by-laws is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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bylaws

bylaws is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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calculate

calculate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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calendar

calendar is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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calendar quarter

calendar quarter is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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calendar year

calendar year is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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call

call is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cap

cap is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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capacity

capacity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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captions

captions is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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card

card is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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care

care is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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carrier

carrier is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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case

case is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cash

cash is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cash collateral

cash collateral is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cash equivalent

cash equivalent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cash flow

cash flow is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cashless

cashless is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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casualty

casualty is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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category

category is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cause

cause is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cease

cease is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cede

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center

center is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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certificate

certificate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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certificates class

certificates class is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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certify

certify is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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chairman

chairman is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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change

change is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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change control

change control is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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change in control

change in control is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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charge

charge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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chattel

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check

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chief

chief is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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chief executive

chief executive is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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chief executive officer

chief executive officer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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chief financial officer

chief financial officer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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circumstance

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city

city is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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civil

civil is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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class

class is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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classification

classification is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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classified

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clean

clean is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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clearing

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client

client is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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close

close is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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closing date

closing date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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co-lender

co-lender is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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co-trustee

co-trustee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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code

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collateral

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collect

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combined

combined is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commence

commence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commerce

commerce is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commercial

commercial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commercial paper

commercial paper is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commercially reasonable

commercially reasonable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commission

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committed

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committee

committee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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commodity

commodity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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common law

common law is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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communicate

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companion

companion is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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company

company is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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company subsidiary

company subsidiary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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comparable

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compensate

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compensation plan

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competent

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competent jurisdiction

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competitive

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complaint

complaint is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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complete

complete is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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completion date

completion date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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component

component is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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computed

computed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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condemnation

condemnation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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conduct

conduct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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confer

confer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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confidence

confidence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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confidential

confidential is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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confidential information

confidential information is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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confirmed

confirmed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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conflict

conflict is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consecutive

consecutive is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consequential

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conservator

conservator is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consideration

consideration is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consistent

consistent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consolidated

consolidated is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consolidated financial

consolidated financial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consolidated financial statements

consolidated financial statements is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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construct

construct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consult

consult is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consumer

consumer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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consummate

consummate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contact

contact is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contemporaneously

contemporaneously is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contest

contest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contingent

contingent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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continuous

continuous is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contravention

contravention is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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contribute

contribute is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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control

control is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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controlled group

controlled group is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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controlling class

controlling class is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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conversion

conversion is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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convert

convert is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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convey

convey is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cooperation

cooperation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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copy

copy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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core

core is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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corporate

corporate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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correct

correct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cost

cost is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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counsel

counsel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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counterpart

counterpart is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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country

country is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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county

county is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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courier

courier is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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covered

covered is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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creation

creation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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criminal

criminal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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criteria

criteria is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cumulative

cumulative is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cure

cure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cure period

cure period is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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currency

currency is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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cusip

cusip is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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custodian

custodian is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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custody

custody is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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customarily

customarily is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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customary

customary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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customer

customer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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daily

daily is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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date

date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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date of issuance

date of issuance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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day

day is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deadline

deadline is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deal

deal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dealer

dealer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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death

death is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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debenture

debenture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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decision

decision is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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declare

declare is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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decreased

decreased is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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decree

decree is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deduct

deduct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deed

deed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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defeasance

defeasance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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defect

defect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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defend

defend is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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defense

defense is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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defer

defer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deferral

deferral is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deficiency

deficiency is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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delegate

delegate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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delinquent

delinquent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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demand

demand is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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denominated

denominated is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dental

dental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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department

department is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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departure

departure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dependent

dependent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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deposit

deposit is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depositary

depositary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depositor

depositor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depository

depository is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depository institution

depository institution is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depository trust

depository trust is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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depreciation

depreciation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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derived

derived is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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descendants

descendants is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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design

design is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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designee

designee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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destruction

destruction is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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detail

detail is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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developed

developed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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device

device is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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diligence

diligence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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direct

direct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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director

director is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disability

disability is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disbursement

disbursement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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discharge

discharge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disclose

disclose is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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discount

discount is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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discovery

discovery is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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discretion

discretion is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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discrimination

discrimination is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dispose

dispose is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disposition

disposition is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disqualified

disqualified is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disqualified organization

disqualified organization is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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disregarded

disregarded is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dissolution

dissolution is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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distance

distance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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distribute

distribute is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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distribution date

distribution date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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distributor

distributor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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district

district is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dividend

dividend is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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division

division is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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document

document is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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dollar

dollar is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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domain

domain is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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domestic

domestic is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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downgrade

downgrade is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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draft

draft is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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draw

draw is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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drug

drug is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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due

due is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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due date

due date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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due diligence

due diligence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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duly authorized

duly authorized is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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duly organized

duly organized is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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duplication

duplication is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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duration

duration is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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duty

duty is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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e-mail

e-mail is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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early

early is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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earnings

earnings is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ebitda

ebitda is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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economic

economic is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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effect

effect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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effectuate

effectuate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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effort

effort is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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elect

elect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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electronic

electronic is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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electronic mail

electronic mail is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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eligible

eligible is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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eliminate

eliminate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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email

email is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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emergency

emergency is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

employ

employ is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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encumbrance

encumbrance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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end

end is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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endorsed

endorsed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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energy

energy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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enforce

enforce is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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engineering

engineering is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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enhanced

enhanced is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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enter

enter is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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enterprise

enterprise is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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entire

entire is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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entity

entity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

entry

entry is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

environment

environment is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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environmental

environmental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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environmental law

environmental law is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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equal

equal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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equipment

equipment is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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equitable

equitable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

ero

ero is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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error

error is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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escrow

escrow is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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established

established is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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estate

estate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

estimate

estimate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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estoppel

estoppel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ethics

ethics is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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eurocurrency

eurocurrency is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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eurodollar

eurodollar is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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evaluator

evaluator is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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event

event is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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evidence

evidence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

evidenced

evidenced is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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examination

examination is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exceed

exceed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exception

exception is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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excess

excess is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exchange

exchange is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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excise tax

excise tax is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exclusive

exclusive is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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execute

execute is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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executive officer

executive officer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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executor

executor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exemption

exemption is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

exercise

exercise is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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exhibit

exhibit is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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existing

existing is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

expenditure

expenditure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

expense

expense is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

expenses incurred

expenses incurred is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

experience

experience is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

expert

expert is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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expiration date

expiration date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

expire

expire is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

exposure

exposure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

express

express is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

extend

extend is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

extension

extension is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

external

external is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

extraordinary

extraordinary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

face

face is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

face amount

face amount is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

facility

facility is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

facsimile

facsimile is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fact

fact is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

factor

factor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fail

fail is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

failure

failure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fair

fair is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fair market

fair market is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fair market value

fair market value is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fair value

fair value is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

faith

faith is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

family

family is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

favorable

favorable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fax

fax is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

feature

feature is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

federal

federal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

federal fund

federal fund is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

federal reserve

federal reserve is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

federal reserve system

federal reserve system is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fee

fee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

felony

felony is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fiduciary

fiduciary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fiduciary duty

fiduciary duty is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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field

field is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

files

files is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

final

final is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

final distribution

final distribution is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

financial

financial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

financial institution

financial institution is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

financial officer

financial officer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

financial statements

financial statements is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

financing statement

financing statement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

fines

fines is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

finra

finra is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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firm

firm is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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first refusal

first refusal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fiscal

fiscal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fiscal year

fiscal year is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fitness

fitness is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fixed

fixed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fixed income

fixed income is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fixture

fixture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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floating

floating is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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floating rate

floating rate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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flood

flood is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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floor

floor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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food

food is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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for cause

for cause is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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force

force is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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force majeure

force majeure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreclosed

foreclosed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreclosure

foreclosure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreign

foreign is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreign currency

foreign currency is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreign exchange

foreign exchange is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foreseeable

foreseeable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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forfeiture

forfeiture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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form

form is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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formation

formation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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former

former is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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formula

formula is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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foundation

foundation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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founder

founder is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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franchise

franchise is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fraud

fraud is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fraudulent

fraudulent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fuel

fuel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fulfillment

fulfillment is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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full

full is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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full force

full force is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fullest

fullest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fully

fully is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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function

function is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fund

fund is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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fundamental

fundamental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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furnish

furnish is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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future

future is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gaap

gaap is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gacc

gacc is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gain

gain is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gas

gas is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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general

general is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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general counsel

general counsel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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general partner

general partner is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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global

global is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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good

good is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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good faith

good faith is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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good standing

good standing is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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goodwill

goodwill is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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govern

govern is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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governing law

governing law is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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governmental

governmental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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governmental body

governmental body is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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governmental entity

governmental entity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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governor

governor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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grace period

grace period is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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grant

grant is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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grantee

grantee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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grantor

grantor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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grantor trust

grantor trust is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gross

gross is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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gross negligence

gross negligence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ground

ground is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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group

group is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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growth

growth is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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guarantee

guarantee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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guarantor

guarantor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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guaranty

guaranty is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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guidance

guidance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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guidelines

guidelines is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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hard

hard is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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hardware

hardware is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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harm

harm is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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harmless

harmless is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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heading

heading is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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health

health is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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hedge

hedge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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heirs

heirs is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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highest

highest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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highway

highway is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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historical

historical is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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holder

holder is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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holding

holding is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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holding company

holding company is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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holiday

holiday is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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home

home is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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hotel

hotel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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identification

identification is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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identify

identify is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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identity

identity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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illegal

illegal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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immediately

immediately is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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immunities

immunities is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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impact

impact is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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impair

impair is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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implementation

implementation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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implied

implied is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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import

import is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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imposition

imposition is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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improvement

improvement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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in arrears

in arrears is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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in force

in force is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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in writing

in writing is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inability

inability is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inaccuracy

inaccuracy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incentive

incentive is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incident

incident is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incidental

incidental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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includes

includes is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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income

income is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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income tax

income tax is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inconsistent

inconsistent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inconvenient

inconvenient is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incorporated

incorporated is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incremental

incremental is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incur

incur is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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incurrence

incurrence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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indenture

indenture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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independent

independent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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index

index is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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indication

indication is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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indirectly

indirectly is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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individual

individual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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induce

induce is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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industry

industry is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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information provider

information provider is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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informed

informed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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infrastructure

infrastructure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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infringement

infringement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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injunction

injunction is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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injury

injury is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inquiry

inquiry is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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insider

insider is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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insolvent

insolvent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inspection

inspection is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inspector

inspector is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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installment

installment is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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instance

instance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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institute

institute is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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instruction

instruction is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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instrument

instrument is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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insufficient

insufficient is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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intangible

intangible is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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integration

integration is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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intellectual

intellectual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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intentional

intentional is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interfere

interfere is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interfere with

interfere with is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interim

interim is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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intermediary

intermediary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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intermediate

intermediate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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internal

internal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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internal revenue code

internal revenue code is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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internal revenue service

internal revenue service is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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internet

internet is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interpreted

interpreted is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interval

interval is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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introduction

introduction is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inure

inure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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invalidity

invalidity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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invention

invention is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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inventory

inventory is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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invest

invest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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investigating

investigating is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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invoice

invoice is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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involuntary

involuntary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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involved

involved is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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irrevocable

irrevocable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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irs

irs is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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isin

isin is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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issuable

issuable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

issuance

issuance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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issue

issue is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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issued and outstanding

issued and outstanding is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

issuer

issuer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

issuing entity

issuing entity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

item

item is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

joinder

joinder is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

joint

joint is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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joint venture

joint venture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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judicial

judicial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

junior

junior is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

jurisdiction

jurisdiction is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

jury

jury is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

jury trial

jury trial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

key

key is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

kind

kind is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

knowingly

knowingly is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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knowledge

knowledge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

known

known is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

labor

labor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

laboratory

laboratory is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

land

land is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

lapse

lapse is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

largest

largest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

last

last is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

laundering

laundering is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

law

law is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

legal counsel

legal counsel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

legal fees

legal fees is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

legal proceeding

legal proceeding is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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legal process

legal process is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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legal representative

legal representative is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

legislation

legislation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

lender

lender is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

lending

lending is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

length

length is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

lessee

lessee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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lesser

lesser is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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lessor

lessor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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letter

letter is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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liable

liable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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libor

libor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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licensor

licensor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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lien

lien is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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life

life is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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light

light is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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likely

likely is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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limit

limit is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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limited partnership

limited partnership is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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line

line is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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liquidity

liquidity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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list

list is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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living

living is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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local

local is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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location

location is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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long term

long term is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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long-term

long-term is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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lost

lost is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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lot

lot is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mail

mail is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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maintain

maintain is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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maintenance

maintenance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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majeure

majeure is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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majority

majority is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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managing director

managing director is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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managing member

managing member is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mandatory

mandatory is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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manifest

manifest is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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manifest error

manifest error is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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manual

manual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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manufacture

manufacture is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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map

map is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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margin

margin is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mark

mark is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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market

market is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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market value

market value is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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master

master is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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master servicer

master servicer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material

material is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material adverse

material adverse is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material change

material change is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material defect

material defect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material fact

material fact is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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material respect

material respect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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matters

matters is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mature

mature is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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maturity date

maturity date is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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maximum

maximum is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mechanic

mechanic is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mediation

mediation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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medical

medical is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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meeting

meeting is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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member

member is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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membership

membership is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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memorandum

memorandum is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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merged

merged is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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merger

merger is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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merits

merits is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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method

method is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mile

mile is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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milestone

milestone is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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minimum

minimum is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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minor

minor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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miscellaneous

miscellaneous is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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misconduct

misconduct is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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misleading

misleading is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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misrepresentation

misrepresentation is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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missing

missing is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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model

model is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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modification

modification is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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modify

modify is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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monetary

monetary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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money

money is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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money market

money market is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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monies

monies is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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monitor

monitor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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month

month is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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moratorium

moratorium is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mortgagor

mortgagor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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motion

motion is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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multifamily

multifamily is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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multiple

multiple is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mutilated

mutilated is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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mutual

mutual is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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national

national is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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national association

national association is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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natural person

natural person is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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nature

nature is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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necessary

necessary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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negative

negative is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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negligent

negligent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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negotiate

negotiate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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net

net is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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net income

net income is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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net proceeds

net proceeds is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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net worth

net worth is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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network

network is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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new

new is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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next business day

next business day is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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nitc

nitc is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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nominee

nominee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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non-controlling

non-controlling is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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non-exempt

non-exempt is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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notary

notary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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note

note is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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note holder

note holder is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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noteholder

noteholder is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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notify

notify is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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notional

notional is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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notional amount

notional amount is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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objection

objection is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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obligated

obligated is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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obligor

obligor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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obtain

obtain is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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occupancy

occupancy is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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occurred

occurred is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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occurrence

occurrence is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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offer

offer is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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offering circular

offering circular is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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office

office is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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official

official is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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offset

offset is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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offshore

offshore is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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oil

oil is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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omission

omission is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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omit

omit is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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open

open is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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operate

operate is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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opinion

opinion is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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opportunity

opportunity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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option

option is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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optionee

optionee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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oral

oral is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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order

order is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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order for relief

order for relief is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ordinance

ordinance is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ordinary

ordinary is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ordinary course

ordinary course is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ordinary course of business

ordinary course of business is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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organizational

organizational is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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organized

organized is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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original

original is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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output

output is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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outside

outside is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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outstanding

outstanding is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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outstanding principal

outstanding principal is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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overhead

overhead is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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overnight

overnight is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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owed

owed is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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owner

owner is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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ownership

ownership is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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owns

owns is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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paper

paper is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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par

par is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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par value

par value is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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park

park is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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part

part is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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partial

partial is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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participant

participant is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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partner

partner is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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partnership

partnership is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pass-through

pass-through is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pay

pay is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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payable

payable is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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payee

payee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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penalty

penalty is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pending

pending is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pension

pension is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

per share

per share is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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percent

percent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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perfect

perfect is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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perform

perform is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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performance period

performance period is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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period

period is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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permanent

permanent is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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permissible

permissible is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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permit

permit is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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person

person is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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person or entity

person or entity is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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personnel

personnel is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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petition

petition is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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petroleum

petroleum is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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phase

phase is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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physical

physical is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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place

place is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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placement

placement is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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plan

plan is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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plan year

plan year is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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plant

plant is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pledge

pledge is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pledgee

pledgee is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pledgor

pledgor is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

points

points is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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political

political is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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political subdivision

political subdivision is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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pollutant

pollutant is a legal term in the core legal concepts category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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