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ability

Ability is like having your permission slip signed: if you lack it, you can’t prove you were allowed to do something important.

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absence

Absence is like when you miss school because of a fever; your absence means you might get an excused absence note instead of a demerit slip.

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absent

If you are absent from school, you miss the lesson.

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absolute

It’s like a permission slip that says, 'Must be signed by Mom.' If Dad signs it instead, it isn't absolute; the whole trip might get canceled.

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absorber

An absorber is like a friend promising their parent they will take on the chore instead of you.

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abuse

Abuse is like using your library card to take ten books but only returning three; you broke the spirit of the rules, not just one specific rule.

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accelerate

It's like a hall pass that lets you skip the line at recess and get to play tag immediately instead of waiting for the bell.

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accept

Acceptance is like signing the permission slip for recess.

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access

Access means someone has permission to use something, like getting the hall pass that lets you into the gym.

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accident

It's like when you trip on the playground; that fall is the accident.

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accommodation

Accommodation is like letting your friend turn in homework late because they were sick; it's adjusting the original deadline rule for them.

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account

Think of it like your allowance tracker; it lists every time Mom gives you money (credit) or takes it away for a forgotten chore (debit).

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accounting firm

Think of an accounting firm as the teacher who checks your homework; they promise to grade it fairly based on rules.

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accounting principles

Accounting principles are like the agreed-upon rules on a permission slip; everyone knows that 'X' amount means something specific.

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accredited

It means someone has proven they are trustworthy enough to be allowed in the big kid club.

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accredited investor

Think of it like getting a 'VIP Pass' to a concert.

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accrual

Accrual is like owing money on a permission slip; you owe it the moment you use the field trip, not just when you hand in the paper.

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accrual period

Think of it like a library fine: the period starts when you check out the book (the injury) even if you don't pay until next week.

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accrue

Accruing is like when you borrow your friend’s video game and they start counting up the days until they can take it back; those unpaid days build...

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accrued benefit

It functions like the allowance you earn each week; even if your parent hasn't given it to you yet, you have earned that money right now.

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accrued interest

Accrued interest is like the extra fee on your library book before you even check out the receipt; it keeps piling up daily.

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accumulation

Accumulation is like how your allowance grows—first you get five dollars, then next week it's seven because of interest.

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accuracy

Accuracy means telling the truth on your permission slip.

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accurate

An accurate drawing means it matches the real garden perfectly; if it doesn't, you might lose your chance to plant there.

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acknowledge

If you sign a permission slip acknowledging your child attended school, that signature proves they were there.

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acquire

Acquiring something is like getting a permission slip; once you have it, you legally own the right to use what it grants you.

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acquired company

It's like when you trade your favorite toy truck to get someone else’s faster race car; that other company is now your acquired company.

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acquiror

The acquiror is like the kid who trades their old bike for a new one; they take on all the scratches and rust from the original owner's bike.

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acquisition

Acquisition is like getting a hall pass to join another group.

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act

An act is like signing your permission slip; that single signature commits you to follow the rules listed there.

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action

An action is like handing in a permission slip to your teacher; it formally tells them you are demanding something specific be done or fixed.

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active

If your hall pass is 'active,' you can still use it right now to go to the cafeteria.

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actual

If you promised your friend a swing set (the promise), the *actual* damage happens when they actually miss the swing (the reality).

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actual cost

If you promise your friend $5 for a lemonade, but it actually costs you $6 to make, the actual cost is that extra dollar.

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actual knowledge

Actual knowledge is like knowing you lost your Hall Pass because you saw it go under the bleachers, not just thinking it might be there.

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actual/360

It is like marking off every single day on a calendar, even if you don't go to school that day.

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addendum

Think of it like adding a permission slip rider to your school form.

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addition

If you write 'plus' on your permission slip next to the lunch line rule, that addition means you can now also go to the library.

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additional information

It's like when your mom asks for a permission slip but you hand her a whole binder of supporting notes about why you need to go to camp.

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address

It's like writing down where your friend lives on a permission slip; if you write it wrong, they might never get the note about field trip snacks.

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adjusted

If your permission slip says you can leave at 3:00 PM, but it gets adjusted to 3:15 PM, that change means you are allowed to stay longer than origi...

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administer

When you sign a permission slip, you are agreeing to administer your child's attendance at school.

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administrative agent

Think of an administrative agent like a hall pass for your friend; it lets them go do something specific for you without needing your permission ev...

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administrator

Think of it like a hall pass for your friend; the admin is given permission by the owner (principal) to act on their behalf.

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admission

An admission is like when you hand over your permission slip to your teacher; it proves you agree to go to the field trip without needing anyone el...

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adopt

Adopting the library's 'Quiet Zone' rule means you agree to follow that rule instead of your usual loud behavior.

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advance

It's like paying your allowance before you even finish chores; that money is yours now, but you owe it back later when the work is done.

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advantage

It is like getting the first pick of toys at the park before anyone else gets a turn.

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adverse

If you promise your friend you'll let them use your bike (your interest), but they secretly plan to sell it tomorrow (the adverse interest), their...

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adverse effect

It is like getting a low grade on a test because your friend cheated—that bad grade is the adverse effect.

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adversely affect

It means making something worse; like if someone rips up your permission slip, it adversely affects your ability to go play tag.

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advertising

Advertising is like a teacher telling you a field trip will be fun; that message creates an expectation of enjoyment.

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advice

Advice functions like a teacher's suggestion for homework: it guides you toward the right answer but doesn't force your hand until you choose to fo...

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adviser

An adviser is like a teacher telling you how to do your math homework; they give the direction, but you still have to do the work.

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advisor

An advisor is like a trusted teacher telling you how to ace a test.

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advisory

It's like getting permission slip written by the principal; you know what they think is allowed, even if the teacher hasn't signed off on your spec...

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affairs

Affairs is like your report card for life; it covers all your grades, fines, and commitments to others.

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affects

When you sign a permission slip, it affects your ability to go on the field trip.

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affidavit

Think of it like a signed permission slip where you promise your parent, under penalty of perjury, that you really did finish all your homework.

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affiliate

If your friend owns 51% of a small lemonade stand, they are an affiliate.

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affixed

An affixed sticker on your locker means you can't just peel it off and say it wasn't there; it’s stuck!

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age

Age is like your permission slip; until you hit 18 (the majority), that slip controls whether you can sign contracts without a grown-up co-signing.

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agency

If you give your friend permission (agency) to sign a library book, that signature binds you (the principal), even if they didn't have a formal 'pe...

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agent

Think of it like a permission slip: when you sign it, you are acting on behalf of yourself (the principal) to get something done.

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aggregate

If you have ten hall passes, the aggregate is the total count: ten.

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aggregate amount

It is like counting all your allowance from five different chores and putting it into one big pile instead of keeping them separate.

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agreement

It is like when you promise your friend you'll share your toy.

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all costs

All costs covers every single fee on your permission slip—the ink cost, the paper cost, and even the time it took the teacher to grade it.

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alleged

It’s like when you tell your teacher you were bullied during recess; that's an alleged incident until they call witnesses and prove it happened.

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allocable

If you share a pizza with friends, the cost of the cheese is allocated to everyone who ate a slice.

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allow

Allowing means giving someone permission to do something, like signing a hall pass that lets you leave class early.

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alternate

If you promise a red crayon but only have blue ones left, using the blue crayon is an alternate.

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ambassador

Think of an ambassador as the ultimate hall pass for a foreign country.

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ambiguity

Imagine a permission slip that says, 'May play outside.' Does that mean recess or after school?

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amend

It's like crossing out an answer on a quiz and writing a new one next to it, changing what you originally said.

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amortization

If you borrow $100 to buy a toy, amortization is like paying off that debt in small monthly slips instead of one big payment at the end.

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amount

The amount acts like the number written on your permission slip; it tells everyone exactly how many points you earned or how much fine you owe for...

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amount due

The amount due is like the total fine listed on your library slip; it tells you exactly how many coins you owe back to get your books.

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amount paid

The amount paid is like paying the library fine when you return a book late; it's the exact dollar figure owed for keeping the item past its due date.

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analysis

It’s like grading your homework: you look at every answer, check the rubric, and decide if you earned an A or a D.

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ancillary

If your main promise is 'I will paint your house,' an ancillary promise might be 'And I will also clean up all the tools.' You need both for the fu...

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annex

Think of an annex like a permission slip attached to your school form; it gives more detail about what you are allowed to do on that specific day.

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anniversary

It's like your birthday: it marks when you were born and brings with it the right to cake!

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announcement

It is like getting a hall pass from your teacher; that note tells everyone you are leaving class and when you plan to return.

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annual

It's like your allowance: you get it once every whole year, not just every month.

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annual report

Think of it like a report card given out at the end of the school year, showing all your grades.

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annuitant

The annuitant is like the kid who gets the allowance every Friday from their parent's pocket; they have a guaranteed, recurring payout.

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annuity

It functions like a promise slip where you give money now so someone promises to hand you coins every month for years to come.

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annum

If your permission slip is dated 'annum', it means that permission lasts for one whole year from the date written on it.

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answer

If someone accuses you of breaking a promise (the complaint), your answer is like handing them back a signed hall pass saying, 'Yes, I broke it,' o...

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any person

Any person acts like someone who gets permission slips signed for them; they can promise something and be held accountable if they break that promise.

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apartments

An apartment functions like your hall pass to the big building; it lets you use that specific spot while you pay the fee.

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appeal

It functions like challenging a teacher's grade; if you disagree, you ask the principal (the higher court) to re-examine it.

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applicable

If your permission slip says 'Applicable: Field Trip A,' it means only the rules for Field Trip A count.

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applicable condition

It functions like a permission slip: you can't go to recess unless the 'applicable condition'—getting a parent signature—is met.

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applicable law

Applicable law is like the rulebook for a game; it tells you which set of rules—like the playground's official handbook—you must follow when playing.

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applicable percentage

Think of it like the rule on your permission slip: if the school allows 25% time off for recess, that is the applicable percentage you must follow.

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applicable provision

It is like having permission slips for different activities; the applicable provision tells you which rules apply to recess versus lunch time.

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applicable rate

It's like the rule on your hall pass that says you can only leave for 30 minutes; that time limit is the applicable rate for that break.

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applicable requirement

It's like a rule on your permission slip; if you didn't get the signature (the applicable requirement), you can't go to recess (the legal right).

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apply

Applying is like turning in your permission slip for the field trip; it lets the teacher know you want to go and starts the process of approval.

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appoint

When you appoint your friend to babysit, you are officially giving them permission and authority to watch your kids.

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appraisal

It's like when you ask the librarian to check if your book is 'new' or just 'old.' The appraisal tells everyone what it's worth right now.

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appraised value

It's like when your teacher assigns a grade: the appraised value tells everyone exactly how much you earned on that big test.

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appreciation

If your allowance grows because you bought a rare trading card, that's appreciation.

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appropriate

If you promise to bring a red ball, bringing a blue ball might be appropriate if the agreement didn't specify color, but bringing a banana is proba...

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approve

When your parent approves your hall pass, you have official permission to leave the classroom for lunch.

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arbitrator

An arbitrator is like a referee in a game who decides what happens when players disagree on a rule violation.

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architect

An architect is like the teacher who writes the rules for your big play.

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area

Area is like the designated spot on a playground where only you are allowed to swing.

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arrange

Arranging means deciding how things will happen ahead of time; like getting permission for recess before you even go out to play.

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article

Think of an article as a written rule on your permission slip; it tells you exactly what you are allowed to do (or not do).

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ascribed

When your friend tells everyone you are a star player, even if you just got one participation ribbon, that's an ascribed status.

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assertion

An assertion is like when you tell your teacher, 'I finished my math homework.' That declaration makes them believe it until they check your notebook.

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assessed

When your parent assesses you for breaking curfew, it means they have officially decided how many points (or consequences) you get for being late.

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asset

Think of assets as everything you own that has worth—like your bike or the cash in your piggy bank.

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asset manager

An asset manager is like a trusted guardian who holds your allowance money and decides where to spend it, always aiming for the highest reward slip.

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asset representations

Asset representations work like a permission slip promising you have all your homework done before borrowing a friend's bike.

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asset value

It is like figuring out how much your favorite toy car is truly worth—not just what you paid for it, but what someone else would pay for it right now.

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asset-backed

Think of it like this: instead of promising your friend you'll pay back $20, you promise to pay with your favorite action figure (the asset).

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assign

If your friend promises you $10, and you hand that promise slip over to your sibling, you assigned the right to get paid.

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assignee

If you give your friend permission slip (the right) and they sign it for you, your friend becomes the assignee.

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assignor

The assignor is like the kid who promises their friend they will play tag; when they hand that promise over to another child, that first child is t...

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assist

If your friend promises to assist you by painting your fence, that means they owe you help.

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assistant secretary

Think of an assistant secretary like getting a hall pass from your mom; she represents you, but only while that pass is valid for certain classes.

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associate

Imagine a library where you start as a regular patron (the associate) before you earn the special 'Librarian' badge (partner).

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assumed

If you promise your friend you'll take over their chores, that chore becomes 'assumed.' You now have the duty to do them, even if they didn't expli...

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assumption

It’s like when you assume your friend is coming to play ball, even before they text back.

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assurance

An assurance functions like a permission slip: it guarantees something is true—like saying your homework is done.

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attached

Attached property is like putting a big 'Do Not Touch' sticker on your allowance money while you are fighting over who gets it first.

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attention

It is like promising your friend you will bring their favorite toy to the park.

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attestation

It’s like when your parent signs your permission slip for the field trip; their signature attests that they agree you can go.

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attorney

Think of an attorney like a permission slip holder; they are authorized to speak for you on important matters.

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attributable

If your friend breaks the promise on the permission slip, that broken promise is attributable to them.

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audit

An audit is like checking your homework before the teacher grades it.

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auditor

If you hand in your homework, the auditor checks it like a teacher grading a test.

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authenticate

Authentication is like signing your permission slip; it proves *you* actually gave it.

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authority

Authority is like a parent giving you a permission slip for the park.

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authorized officer

Like a hall pass from the principal, an authorized officer has the school's permission to make binding decisions.

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authorized representative

Think of an authorized representative like a parent signing permission slips for all kids at the school; that signature legally commits the whole f...

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auto

An auto clause is like a rule on your permission slip saying you can only use the bike if it passes inspection.

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automatic

It’s like when your library book automatically gets marked as overdue the day after you miss the return date.

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automobile

If you promise your mom you'll clean your room (the automobile), she has a right to demand it, just like a library fine lets the librarian take you...

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availability

Availability is like having a hall pass that works perfectly when you need it most.

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available funds

It means you have enough money in your piggy bank right now to pay for the toy.

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average

It is like figuring out the average score on your report card; you add up all your grades and divide by how many tests you took.

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avoidance

If you are given a hall pass, avoiding it means just standing still instead of walking down the hall when you should.

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award

It is like getting a final grade on a big test.

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backed

It's like when your friend promises Mom she will finish her chores, even though you promised them first; they back up your promise.

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backup

A backup is like having two permission slips for field trips; if the first one gets lost, you just use the second one to prove you can go.

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bad

A bad contract is like getting a permission slip where your mom signed it, but she wrote 'Go' instead of 'Go to the park.' It means the agreement i...

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bad faith

Bad faith is like when you promise your friend you'll share your favorite toy, but secretly plan to hide it forever while pretending to play nicely.

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balance

A balance is like your allowance after you buy things; if you have money left, that’s a positive balance.

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balance sheet

It’s like checking your allowance jar: the money you have (assets) minus the IOUs you owe (liabilities) tells you how much is actually yours (equity).

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balloon

A balloon provision is like a permission slip that says your allowance starts at $5, but it might 'balloon' up to $20 when you finish chores.

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bank

Think of a bank like the school's main office; it has the official permission slip to handle all the money flow for everyone in the student body.

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bankruptcy

It's like getting a 'hall pass' from the bank when you can't pay your library fine.

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bankruptcy code

It’s like the official rulebook for when someone can't pay their debts.

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base

A base is like the original permission slip you get; everything else—like extra recess time or late fees—is calculated from that starting point.

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base rate

Think of it like the sticker price on a toy; that's your base rate before any sales tax or shipping fees are added on top.

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basic

It is like the coloring book instructions—if you miss the basic steps, the picture won't look right.

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basis

Imagine a library book; its 'basis' is what it costs the school.

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basis points

It is like saying your permission slip amount isn't a full point, but only 1/100th of it.

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bear

A bear acts like a friend who promises to help you move; if they break that promise, you can demand compensation for your lost time.

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benchmark

A benchmark acts like the 'correct' answer key on a test; you compare your score against it to see if you passed or failed.

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beneficial

A permission slip signed by your mom makes you the 'beneficial' party; even if your dad keeps the physical paper (legal title), you get the benefit...

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beneficial interest

If Mom owns a toy (legal title), but you get to play with it and use it, you have the beneficial interest.

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beneficial owner

If you sign a permission slip for your friend, but your parent's name is on it, you are the beneficial owner because you control how that permissio...

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beneficiary

Imagine you give your friend a permission slip for the park; that friend is the beneficiary of your permission to go.

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benefit

If you promise your friend a cookie (a benefit), the cookie is proof of the deal.

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bid

A bid is like handing someone a permission slip that says, 'I will clean your entire room for $20.' That promise isn't official until they sign and...

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bills

A bill is like a library fine slip; it's a written proof that you owe money for something you took out.

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bind

When you sign a permission slip, that signature binds your kid; they must follow the rules listed.

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binding obligation

It is like signing a library card slip promising to return a book by Friday; you are legally bound to bring it back, or face a fine.

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board

A board functions like the committee that approves your permission slip; they decide if you can go play outside and what rules you must follow whil...

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board of directors

Think of the board like the principal at your school; they don't teach all the classes, but they make sure the whole school runs properly according...

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board of governors

The board of governors is like the principal at a school; they make the big decisions for everyone else.

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bodily injury

If you lose your favorite toy (property damage), that’s less than if the toy breaks *and* it makes you cry and scrape your knee—that's bodily injury.

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body

Think of a permission slip: the body is where Mom writes down exactly what the field trip is for; it’s not just the header saying "Permission Slip....

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bona fide

If you get a permission slip signed by your sibling—and you genuinely believe it's real—you have acted in bona fide.

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bond

A bond acts like a signed permission slip guaranteeing something will happen.

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bonus

It functions like getting extra allowance money when you clean your room perfectly instead of just getting your regular pocket change.

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books

Books are like a permission slip that shows you finished your chores; if they aren't filled out right, the teacher (the court) might deny you recess.

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borrowed

It's like borrowing your friend's favorite ball; you have a duty to give it back when they ask for it.

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branch

It acts like a permission slip for a big company; it lets one small shop act on behalf of the entire corporation.

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breach

It's like breaking a promise on a hall pass; you broke the rule set for that day.

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bridge lender

Imagine you need money today but won't get it from your main bank until next month.

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broker

A broker is like the teacher who makes sure you find the right friend for recess.

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budget

A budget is like agreeing on how many cookies you can eat each day; if you exceed that number (deficit), you might get a 'too much' fine.

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building

Imagine your house is a building; it’s like the main prize in a game.

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built

If your permission slip says you are 'built' to go to the park on Tuesday, that means the permission is set in stone for that day.

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bureau

Think of the bureau as the school's main filing cabinet for your report card.

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business

If your lemonade stand is a business, it's like getting a permission slip to sell drinks all summer.

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business day

If your permission slip says homework is due on a business day, it means you can't turn it in on Christmas Day, even if you are at school that morn...

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business hours

Business hours function like a permission slip: if you promise to clean your room 'during business hours,' it means between 9 AM and 5 PM, not at 3...

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buy

When you buy something, it’s like signing a promise slip: you agree to pay money, and the shop agrees to hand over the toy.

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buyer

The buyer is like the kid who promises to trade their favorite Pokémon card for a new one; they have to give up something of value in return.

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by-laws

A by-law is like the rule sheet for your class: it tells you when recess starts, who can be president, and how many points win the game.

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bylaws

Think of bylaws as the classroom rule book; they tell everyone when recess starts and who gets to be line leader.

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calculate

Calculating means figuring out how much something is worth, like counting up all your allowance to see if you can buy a new toy.

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calendar

A calendar is like your permission slip binder; it tells you exactly which day you have to hand it in and by what time.

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calendar quarter

It's like a four-part permission slip for the school year.

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calendar year

It functions like a school calendar; when teachers say 'the end of the calendar year,' they mean that specific point on the official timeline.

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call

Imagine you have a special permission slip that lets you use the swings; making a 'call' means you are actively asking the teacher for permission t...

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cap

A cap is like the maximum number of cookies you are allowed to eat before your mom says, 'That’s enough!' It stops things from getting too big.

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capacity

Capacity is like needing a hall pass to go outside; if you don't have it, your permission slip doesn't count as real.

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capital

Capital is like your allowance money; it's what you use to buy things that help you grow, whether it’s buying a new toy (tangible) or learning a sk...

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capital account

Imagine getting an allowance for chores; your capital account is like tracking that money in a special jar.

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capital expenditure

It's like buying new playground equipment for a school instead of just buying snacks.

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capital lease

It functions like a long-term rental that acts just like buying.

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capital stock

Think of capital stock like the maximum number of tickets printed for a concert; even if only 50 are sold, the venue still has room for thousands m...

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captions

Think of captions like the title on a permission slip; they tell everyone instantly whose signature is required and what activity the slip covers.

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card

Think of a credit card as a magical hall pass: it lets you 'pay' for something immediately, but the real promise is recorded behind the scenes at t...

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care

If you promise to water your neighbor's prize-winning roses, exercising proper care means watering them daily, not just once a month.

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carrier

If you hand over your package to FedEx, they become the carrier.

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case

A case is like when you have a big argument over whose turn it was to play with the toys.

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cash

Cash acts like a hall pass at school; it lets you go right now instead of having to wait until next week for permission.

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cash collateral

It functions like putting down your allowance upfront when you borrow a friend's video game.

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cash equivalent

A cash equivalent is like a library fine slip that says you can pay $5 today, but it also accepts a coupon worth exactly $5 later.

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cash flow

It is like checking your allowance jar: if you have more money coming in than going out, your jar has a positive cash flow.

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cashless

It's like handing over a permission slip that gets instantly scanned into the principal’s office instead of being physically slipped across the desk.

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casualty

If your permission slip gets spilled on by juice (the accident), the resulting stain is the casualty.

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category

A category is like sorting your toys into bins: if you put a Lego brick in the 'Book' bin, you know immediately that it isn't supposed to be read.

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cause

If you promise your friend a swing set, that promise is the cause of their expectation; if they don't get it, that broken promise causes their disa...

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cease

A cease order is like when your mom tells you to stop playing video games right now.

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cede

Ceding is like handing your friend your permission slip for the park trip instead of keeping it yourself.

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center

If you sign a permission slip for recess, the 'center' is that playtime itself—it’s what the whole paper is about.

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certificate

Think of it like a permission slip from your teacher; it proves you are allowed to go outside.

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certificate administrator

Imagine a teacher holding the master attendance sheet for your class; the certificate administrator is who verifies and stamps that sheet as true.

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certificates class

It is like getting different permission slips for a field trip.

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certified public accountant

A CPA acts like a hall pass from the school principal; it proves you have the official permission slip needed to sign off on important homework ass...

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certify

It’s like signing a permission slip for your field trip; when you sign it, you are certifying that everyone agrees to go.

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chairman

Think of the chairman like the teacher in class; when they call your name, you have to answer promptly.

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change

It is like when you agree to trade your blue crayon for a red crayon; that swap is the change.

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change control

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

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chattel

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

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check

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

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chief

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

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circumstance

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

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city

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

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claim

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

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claimant

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

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classified

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

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clean

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

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clearing

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

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client

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

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code

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

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collateral

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

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collect

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

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combined

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

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commission

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

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committed

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

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committee

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

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common stock

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

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communicate

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

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companion

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

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companion loan

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

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comparable

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

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compensate

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

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compensation plan

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

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competent

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

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competent jurisdiction

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

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competitive

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

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complaint

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

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compliance

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

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condition

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

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consent

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

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consequential

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

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conservator

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

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construction contract

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

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contingent liability

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

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contract

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

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contract price

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

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contractor

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

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contractual

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

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copyright

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

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corporate action

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

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counterclaim

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

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counterparty

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

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court

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

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court of competent jurisdiction

court of competent jurisdiction is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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court order

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

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covenant

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

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coverage

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

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credit

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

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credit agreement

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

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credit facility

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

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credit risk

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

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creditor

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

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current

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

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damage

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

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data

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

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data room

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

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date of determination

date of determination is a legal term in the general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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debt

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

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debt service

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

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debtor

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

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default

Default means breaking a promise you made.

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defeasance

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

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deliver

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

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delivery

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

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demand

A demand is like asking your friend, 'Pay me back that five-dollar allowance!' If they refuse after you ask clearly, it's a formal request for them...

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denominated

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

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determination

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

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disclaimer

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

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disclosure

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

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dispute

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

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dispute resolution

Dispute resolution is like agreeing on rules for when two friends fight over a toy; you agree to talk it out first instead of immediately kicking e...

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disqualified

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

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disregarded

Disregarded means we pretend something isn't there.

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dissolution

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

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district court

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

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downgrade

If your teacher gives you a 'B' instead of the expected 'A', that's a grade downgrade.

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draft

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

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duly authorized

A teacher signs a field trip permission slip because the principal gave them the specific power to do so, just like a manager signing a contract fo...

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duly organized

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

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effective date

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

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employ

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

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employee

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

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employee benefit

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

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employee benefit plan

employee benefit plan is a legal term in the general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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engagement

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

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enhanced

It's like getting a hall pass that lets you leave school early AND skip detention later.

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enter

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

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entitle

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

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entry

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

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environment

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

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equity

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

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equity interest

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

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ero

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

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escrow agent

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

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estimate

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

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event default

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

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evidenced

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

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exercise

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

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expenditure

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

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expense

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

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expenses incurred

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

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experience

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

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expert

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

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expire

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

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exposure

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

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express

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

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extend

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

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extension

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

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extension of credit

extension of credit is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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external

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

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extraordinary

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

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face

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

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face amount

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

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facility

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

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facsimile

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

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fact

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

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factor

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

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fail

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

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failure

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

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fair

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

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fair market

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

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fair market value

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

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fair value

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

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faith

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

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family

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

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favorable

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

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fax

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

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feature

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

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federal

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

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federal fund

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

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federal reserve

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

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federal reserve bank

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

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federal reserve system

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

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fee

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

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felony

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

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fiduciary

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

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fiduciary duty

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

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field

Think of it like the 'math problem' section on a permission slip; that area defines exactly where you have to do your work.

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files

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

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final

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

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final distribution

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

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final judgment

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

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final payment

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

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finance

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

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financial

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

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financial institution

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

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financial officer

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

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financial statements

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

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financing statement

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

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fines

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

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finra

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

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foreign assets

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

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foreign securities

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

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fraction

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

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funded debt

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

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generally accepted accounting principles

generally accepted accounting principles is a legal term in the general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms 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 general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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government agency

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

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governmental agency

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

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hazard

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

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hazardous material

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

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hazardous substance

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

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hazardous waste

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

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hedge

If you promise your friend you’ll pay $10 next month (the asset), and you buy a contract that guarantees you can sell it for $9.50, the hedge prote...

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heirs

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

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highway

It is like a designated lane on the playground; everyone agrees it's for running in a certain direction.

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historical

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

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holding

A holding is like when your teacher says, 'Okay, for now, you have the hall pass.' That means you are allowed out until she changes her mind.

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holding company

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

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identity

Identity is like your unique hall pass number at school; it proves you are who you claim to be when signing a permission slip.

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illegal

Imagine signing a hall pass that lets you break school rules; the teacher will nullify it and you could get in trouble.

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immediately

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

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impact

Impact is like when you spill juice on your homework; the impact is that the paper gets ruined and needs fixing.

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impair

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

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in writing

It's like needing the signed permission slip from your parents before you can go to a friend’s house; without it, they might deny you entry.

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inability

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

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inaction

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

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incurrence

It’s like getting a library fine; you don't get it just by looking at the book, but when you fail to return it, the fine incurs.

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indebtedness

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

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indemnification

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

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indemnified party

It's like when your friend promises to cover the library fine if you check out a book late.

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indemnify

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

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indemnitee

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

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indemnity

It functions like a promise on a permission slip: if you break the rules and get a fine, your friend promises to pay that fine for you instead.

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indenture

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

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independent contractor

Think of a hall pass: you can leave class, but the teacher doesn’t tell you exactly what to do outside.

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index

An index is like the list at the back of your favorite storybook that tells you exactly where 'dragons' start on page 42.

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indication

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

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information provider

The information provider is like the person who hands you the permission slip for recess; your ability to go outside depends on their accuracy.

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informed

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

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inspector

Think of an inspector like a teacher checking your homework against the answer key.

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installment

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

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insurance company

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

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insurance policy

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

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insured

If you sign a permission slip, you are the insured kid; your parents are the insurers covering you against getting sick at school.

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intangible

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

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intellectual property

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

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intercreditor

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

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interest

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

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interest expense

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

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interest payment

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

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interest payment date

interest payment date is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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interest period

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

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interest rate

It's like the extra fee you pay when borrowing your friend's video game—the interest rate tells you exactly how much that fee will be.

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interfere

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

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intermediary

Think of it like a hall pass: the student (principal) gives it to the teacher (intermediary), who then lets them into the classroom for the princip...

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intermediate

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

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interval

An interval is like the waiting time between when you finish your homework and when Mom lets you watch TV.

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introduction

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

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investment adviser

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

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investment company

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

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investment manager

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

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investor

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

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irrevocable

It's like signing a permission slip that says 'This cannot be taken back.' Even if you change your mind tomorrow, the school still has to honor wha...

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irs

The IRS is like the teacher checking your homework; if you don't turn it in correctly, you get a big fine slip.

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isin

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

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issuable

If your permission slip says you are issuable for recess today, you have the immediate right to go outside.

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issuance

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

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issuer

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

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issuing entity

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

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item

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

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joinder

Joinder is like adding multiple names to one permission slip so they can all go to the park at once instead of needing separate slips for each friend.

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joint

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

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joint venture

Think of a joint venture like two kids sharing a single library book; they each promise to take care of it and split any late fees together.

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judgment

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

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junior

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

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jurisdiction

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

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jury

Think of a jury like a group of kids voting on whether a playground rule was broken, and their majority decision decides the consequence.

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jury trial

It is like when you and your friend argue over who broke the crayon; instead of just one adult deciding it, everyone else gets to vote on who did it.

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key

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

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kind

A kind is like labeling a permission slip: one slip says 'Field Trip,' and another says 'Library Fine.' The label tells you exactly what the rule a...

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knowingly

Knowing means you knew the rule, not just that you thought it was true.

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knowledge

Knowing something is like having a hall pass; you’re allowed to be in a class because the teacher knows you’re there.

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known

If you know your friend promised to bring cookies, that knowledge lets you expect them.

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labor

Labor is like the promise you make on a permission slip; it’s the actual work you do to earn your allowance.

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laboratory

It's like the official classroom for science promises; if your report comes from an unapproved 'lab,' the teacher might dismiss it as unreliable ev...

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land

Land is like your house; it’s the entire spot where your toys live permanently.

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landlord

A landlord acts like the principal who holds your permission slip; they grant you the right to use their house (the property).

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lapse

A lapse is like a library book overdue; once the due date passes, you lose the chance to borrow it without paying a fine.

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largest

If your hall pass says you have 'largest' permission for recess, it means no one else can take a bigger break than you.

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last

Last means the very end of something; it's like the final stamp on your permission slip.

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laundering

Laundering is like washing dirty socks until they look brand new.

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law

Law is like the rules on a playground; it tells you if running across the grass (your right) means someone can chase you, or if breaking the swing...

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lease

A lease functions like a permission slip for your toy: you promise to pay to use it, and the owner promises to let you play with it for a set time.

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leasehold

Imagine getting a permission slip from your parents to use the family car for one week; that permission is your leasehold.

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legal action

It is like when you refuse to return a library book, and the librarian officially sends you a notice demanding you pay the fine.

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legal counsel

Legal counsel is like having your parent read the instructions on a complicated permission slip before you sign it.

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legal fees

Legal fees are like the permission slip fee you pay your teacher; it’s the price tag attached to getting the service done.

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legal proceeding

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

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legal process

A legal process is like following the steps on a permission slip: you must fill out your name first, then get a signature, and finally hand it in t...

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legal representative

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

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legislation

Legislation functions like a set of classroom rules handed out by the principal.

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lender

A lender acts like someone who gives you a hall pass to go play, but demands you return it later with extra stamps on it.

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lending

Lending is like giving your friend money while they promise to pay it back later; that promise is the loan agreement.

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length

Length sets how much you have to do or how long you must wait before something counts.

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lessee

A lessee is like someone who gets a hall pass from their parent; they have permission to use the house but must follow the rules of that permission...

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lesser

If you owe $20 but settle for $10 (the lesser), you agree not to chase the full twenty dollars later.

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lessor

The lessor is like the person who lets you borrow their favorite toy.

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letter

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

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letter of credit

It functions like a parent promising you money if you hand them your completed homework assignment.

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leverage

Leverage is like having a hall pass; you use that small piece of paper—the permission slip—to force your teacher to grant you something big, like s...

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liability

Liability is like owing money on a permission slip; if you break the rules listed, you are responsible for paying the fine.

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liability insurance

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

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liable

Liability is like getting a hall pass slip that says you owe someone money because you were late.

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libor

LIBOR functions like the agreed-upon price on a permission slip; it determines how much money you owe based on what the school sets as the standard...

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license

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

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license agreement

It functions like permission slip for your favorite toy; you get to play with it, but you don't own the toy itself.

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licensee

Imagine you borrow your friend's cool video game; you get permission to play (use it), but your friend still owns the game cartridge.

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licensor

Think of a teacher handing out a library book; the teacher (licensor) lets the student read it but can tell the student not to copy pages.

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lien

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

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light

Light is like the permission slip's 'Valid For' date; it tells you exactly how long that pass is good for before it expires and becomes useless.

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likely

If you say your friend will be late, that’s likely—it means it probably happened, like if they missed their usual bus stop.

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limit

It's like the 'three-strike rule' for recess; you can only get called out three times before the game ends for you.

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limited liability

Limited liability is like having a permission slip for your friend’s birthday party; even if they break something expensive, you only have to pay u...

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limited liability company

It functions like a special permission slip for your business.

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limited partnership

Think of it like a permission slip: the parents sign off on the main activities, but the kid just pays for the field trip without running the whole...

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line

Imagine a promise written on a permission slip; that line tells you exactly where your signature ends and the teacher's begins.

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line of credit

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liquidity

Liquidity is having enough allowance money to pay for lunch today without worrying about next month's field trip fee.

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list

A list acts like the required items on a permission slip; if you forget one item, you might not get to play.

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litigation

Litigation is like when two kids argue over whose turn it is on the swing set; they take their dispute to a teacher (the judge) for a binding decis...

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living

Living status is like having a valid hall pass; if you don't have it, the principal won't let you participate in class.

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loan

A loan functions like a promise to return a borrowed toy; you owe the owner money back, plus extra for letting you use it.

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loan commitment

Think of a loan commitment like a teacher handing you a hall pass that guarantees you can leave class, but only after you finish your homework.

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loan documents

It’s like a kid’s permission slip that lists which games they can play, when they must stop, and what happens if they break the rules.

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loan seller

A loan seller is like giving your friend your permission slip for recess; they are the one handing it over to someone else.

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local

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location

Think of a location like the playground where a kid’s permission slip says he can play; the slip only works if the kid shows up at that specific pl...

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long term

A long-term promise is like a permission slip that lasts for the whole school year, not just until lunch tomorrow.

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long-term

A long-term promise is like a permission slip that lasts for the whole school year, not just until lunch tomorrow.

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loss

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lost

If you lose your hall pass, you can't go to the playground until you get a new one.

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lot

A lot is like a specific seat at the lunch table; it tells everyone exactly where your place is so you know who sits next to you.

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mail

Imagine slipping a permission slip into a friend's locker; once the locker is opened, the school counts it as delivered, even if the friend hasn't...

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maintain

Imagine you have a library card that lets you borrow books; you must keep it valid by paying the fee each year, otherwise the library can stop lett...

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maintenance

It's like keeping your allowance promise—if you say you'll water the garden every day, that keeps it healthy.

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majeure

It acts like a hall pass for your promise slip; if something huge prevents you from showing up on time, this clause lets you skip out without getti...

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majority

If five kids vote on what game to play, needing only a majority means four votes are enough.

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manage

Managing is like having the hall pass.

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managing director

The managing director is like the teacher who gets to decide which recess rules apply for the whole school.

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managing member

Think of it like being given permission slips for every class at school.

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mandatory

Think of a hall pass that lets a student leave class; without it, the student must stay.

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manifest

Think of a manifest like a school lunch menu that tells the chef exactly what meals to prepare; if the chef serves something else, the cafeteria ge...

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manifest error

Think of a hall pass with the wrong date; the teacher fixes it instantly because the mistake is glaring.

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manual

Think of a manual like a hall pass that tells you exactly which hallway you can walk down; if you stray, you get sent back.

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manufacture

Think of a hall pass that lets a kid leave class to build a model airplane; the school expects the plane to be finished and safe before the kid ret...

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map

A legal map shows exactly where your responsibilities begin and end, like a permission slip that only covers recess time at recess.

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margin

Margin acts like the extra money you put down on a toy; it’s the buffer that keeps your promise safe from wobbling too much.

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mark

Think of it like your unique drawing on a permission slip; that drawing shows everyone whose slip it is.

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market

A market is like the playground when kids decide how much one swing turn costs.

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market value

Think of a hall pass: the value is the number of minutes a student can wander before the bell rings, not a guess.

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master

It acts like the main rulebook for a big group project, covering everything from homework deadlines to grading standards.

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master servicer

Think of it like the hall pass holder at school; they are the main person who gets permission from the principal (the lender) to do things for ever...

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material

If you promise to deliver 10 cookies but only give 2, that missing amount is material because it matters to your decision.

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material adverse

It's like if your permission slip said you could go to recess, but then the principal suddenly announced it was canceled because of a massive snows...

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material breach

Imagine you promise your friend you'll bring cookies to the picnic, but instead, you show up with nothing.

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material change

Imagine you agree to get a blue bike; if the seller swaps it for a rusty red one, that’s a material change.

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material defect

Imagine you buy a permission slip that says 'Go to Park A,' but there's a tiny scratch on it.

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material fact

Imagine a kid lying about having a clean hall pass; if the teacher finds out, the kid loses the privilege.

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material respect

It’s like losing your hall pass: missing class for five minutes isn't a big deal, but skipping the whole day shows material disrespect for the rules.

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matters

Matters are like all the things written on your permission slip—it covers everything from 'playing tag' to 'eating dessert.' They tell you exactly...

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mature

It means the promise is finally due—like when your library book passes its due date and you owe the fine immediately.

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maturity date

It's like the due date on your permission slip.

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maximum

Imagine your allowance has a maximum of $20 per week; you can't get more than that without special permission.

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mechanic

Imagine a kid promises to fix a broken bike in exchange for allowance; the promise creates a duty to finish the repair and a right for the kid to b...

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mediation

Mediation acts like having a trusted grown-up help you and your sibling agree on who gets the last cookie without yelling.

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medical

It is like a permission slip for the doctor.

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meeting

Think of a meeting like a school hall pass: it lets you leave class, but you must be back before the bell rings or you get in trouble.

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member

A member is like someone who gets a permission slip for a club.

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membership

A membership acts like having a permission slip for the playground; it lets you use the swings, but it also means you have to follow the rules.

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memorandum

It functions like a signed permission slip detailing exactly what you are allowed to do, preventing arguments later about what was promised.

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merged

Imagine two kids each have a half‑ticket to a movie; when they give both halves to a friend, the friend now holds one full ticket and can go alone.

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merger

It's like when you promise your friend you will be at their house (Entity A) and they move into yours (Entity B).

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merits

Merits is like checking the actual promise written on a permission slip; it means looking past whether the signature was in ink or pencil to see if...

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method

It's like following the recipe exactly; if you use butter instead of oil when the contract says 'oil,' you didn't follow the required method.

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mile

Imagine a permission slip says you must walk one mile to recess; that sets a clear limit on how far you can go.

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milestone

Think of it like getting your parent's signature on a permission slip for every step: first, you finish homework; then, you get to play outside.

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minimum

A minimum is like the smallest number written on a permission slip; if you don't meet it, the teacher won't sign it.

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minor

A minor is like a kid who hasn't earned their adult permission slip yet.

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miscellaneous

Miscellaneous is like the 'other stuff' section on your report card.

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misconduct

Misconduct is when someone breaks a rule they agreed to follow.

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misleading

A misleading permission slip says, 'You can go play outside,' but it hides the fine print: 'Only if you eat all your vegetables first.' The word tr...

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misrepresentation

Imagine a kid lying about finishing homework to get a hall pass; when the teacher finds out, the pass is taken away and the kid faces a consequence.

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missing

Missing means something important isn't there when it should be on your hall pass.

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model

A legal model is like a coloring book template for your life.

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modification

It’s like getting permission slip changed from 'Play Tag' to 'Hide and Seek.' That written alteration changes what you promised your parents you wo...

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modify

A modification is like getting a hall pass after school starts – you ask for permission, the teacher signs, and the rules change for you.

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monetary

It’s like when you promise your friend $5 for a lemonade; that specific dollar amount is the monetary value of your promise.

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money

Money acts like the price on your permission slip; it shows exactly how much you owe to get that pass signed.

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money market

It's like a hall pass you use at school; it lets you leave the main building (your savings) quickly without getting stuck waiting for recess.

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monies

Monies are like the allowance you owe your mom.

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monitor

Think of a hall pass that lets a teacher peek into a classroom to see if students are doing their work; the pass gives that teacher the right to ch...

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month

It's like the due date on your permission slip; if you miss it by one month, you might get a late fine.

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moratorium

A moratorium is like getting a hall pass when you have to turn in your homework; it stops the due date clock for a little while so you can finish up.

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mortgage

A mortgage acts like a special promise slip tied to your house; if you don't pay, the bank gets the right to take it back.

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mortgage loan

Think of a mortgage loan like a hall pass that lets a kid walk the halls, but if they skip class, the teacher can take the pass away.

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mortgagee

Think of it like this: when you borrow money with your house as collateral, the bank becomes the mortgagee.

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mortgagor

Think of a mortgagor like a kid who hands a library book to the librarian as a promise to return it, but the librarian can keep the book if the kid...

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motion

A motion is like asking the teacher for a hall pass—you aren't just wandering; you are formally requesting permission to do something specific.

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multiemployer plan

Imagine a school district where every teacher shares one big pool for retirement money instead of having each teacher save separately in their own...

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multifamily

It is like a big apartment building instead of just one house on a lot.

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multiple

A multiple hall pass lets you leave school and come back, but it also allows you to go to lunch and then practice soccer.

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mutilated

Imagine a permission slip with half the words ripped out; the teacher can’t trust what the child promised.

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mutual

Think of a hall pass that lets you leave class only if the teacher also lets the other student leave at the same time.

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national

A national rule is like a school policy that applies to everyone in the district, not just kids in one classroom.

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national association

Think of it like a big club for all the soccer teams in your state.

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national banking association

Imagine your favorite local toy store suddenly opens branches in every town nearby; that's a national banking association, giving it wide permissio...

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natural person

Think of it like a permission slip; if you are a natural person, you sign that slip yourself.

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nature

The nature is like knowing if your permission slip is for recess (a short task) or the whole school year (a long commitment).

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necessary

Necessity is like needing your hall pass to get into class; without it, you can't legally be in the room.

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negative

A negative covenant is like telling your friend, 'Don't forget to bring your lunch,' instead of saying, 'Bring your lunch.' It stops an action from...

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negligent

Imagine a kid promising to water a plant but forgetting, and the plant dies; that careless promise mirrors negligence.

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negotiate

It’s like arguing over what time you should meet your friend; when you finally agree on 3 PM, that's the negotiated term.

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net

If you get $20 for chores but lose $3 for broken vase and $5 for wasted time, your net is $12.

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net asset

Net asset is like checking your allowance: it's all the money you have (assets) minus what you owe for candy or toys (liabilities).

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net income

Net income is like checking your allowance after buying snacks and paying for a movie ticket; it shows what's left over for savings.

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net proceeds

Think of a hall pass: you get to leave class, but the teacher first takes away the minutes you’ve already used.

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net worth

Net worth is like checking your allowance; you add up all the money you have (assets) and subtract any bills you owe (debts).

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network

A network is like the friends circle in your class; everyone connected has certain expectations of each other.

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new

It means you are starting from scratch with a shiny, unused permission slip.

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next business day

It means you have to do something on the next day the store is open, not necessarily tomorrow if it's Sunday.

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nitc

Think of a hall pass that says, “I broke a rule, but I’ll fix it by lunch,” giving the teacher a short window to decide.

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nominee

A nominee is like a trusted friend holding your permission slip at school; they sign it for you so everyone believes you gave them the right to act...

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non-controlling

It’s like having one ticket into the school dance; you get to go and enjoy it, but you can't force everyone else to wear matching shoes.

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non-exempt

A non-exempt hall pass lets a student skip the detention rule for that one day.

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noncompliance

Noncompliance is like handing in a permission slip with your name crossed out—you didn't follow the rule.

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notary

Think of a notary like a school hall pass that proves a kid was really there when they said they were, so teachers trust the record.

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note

A note acts like a signed permission slip saying, "I promise I will give you $5 when you ask." It locks in that future commitment immediately.

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note holder

Imagine you hold the permission slip for your friend's library book; you are the note holder of their promise to return it.

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noteholder

Think of it like holding the signed permission slip for your friend's birthday party; you hold the right to make them show up and celebrate.

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notice

Notice is like when your teacher tells you permission slip needs a signature by Friday.

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notify

It's like handing your friend a permission slip before they go out to play; that proves you told them beforehand.

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notional

If you promise your friend a 'notional' allowance, it means the money exists only in your head until you actually hand over the cash.

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notional amount

It’s like a permission slip for recess that says you can play with 5 friends, even if only 4 show up on the playground today.

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objection

An objection acts like telling the teacher, 'Wait, stop!' when someone says something wrong during class.

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obligated

Obligated means you must do something, like promising to hand in your homework on Friday.

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obligor

If you sign a permission slip, you are the obligor because you promised to attend school.

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obtain

It means getting what you need; like when you get permission to play on the swings after asking your mom for it.

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occupancy

It's like deciding whose turn it is with a swing set; occupancy tells you who has the right to be on that swing right now.

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occurred

The occurrence is when something actually happens, unlike just saying it 'might' happen.

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occurrence

It is like when you break the rule about being home by 9 PM; that breaking of the rule is the 'occurrence.' That event makes you owe your parent an...

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offer

Think of an offer like a hall pass: the teacher gives it, and if you take it to the hallway, you must follow the rules that come with it.

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offering circular

It functions like a detailed permission slip before you sign up for something big.

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office

An office acts like your allowance slip; it proves you have permission to do something specific at a certain spot.

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official

An official is like the parent who signs permission slips for everyone—their signature means it's real and binding.

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offset

If you owe your friend ten dollars, but they owe you five dollars for borrowing their pencil, an offset lets you just take the five dollars off rig...

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offshore

If your allowance is held offshore in another city's bank, it means rules from our town don't control it directly.

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oil

Think of oil like the juice in a cafeteria drink station—if the juice is missing or spoilt, the kid who paid gets a refund or a new cup.

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omission

Imagine a kid promises to bring a snack but forgets to write it on the permission slip; the teacher may assume the snack won't be provided.

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omit

Omit means leaving something out of your permission slip.

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open

It’s like signing a permission slip that just says 'Go Outside'—you don't know if it means recess, lunch break, or the whole day.

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operate

Operating is doing what you promised to do on your permission slip.

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operating advisor

Imagine a hall pass: the student (the company) gives it to the advisor (the chaperone) so they can do specific jobs like taking notes or opening do...

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operating agreement

Think of it like the rule book for your playdate; it tells everyone who gets to pick the game and how many turns they get before you have to switch...

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opinion

It's like the teacher telling you if your essay meets the requirements.

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opportunity

Imagine a hall pass that lets a kid use the playground; if the teacher revokes it without cause, the kid can complain that the promised chance was...

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option

An option is like getting permission slip for the park; you have the right to go, but you haven't actually gone yet.

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optionee

Think of an optionee like holding a special permission slip for a bouncy castle.

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oral

It's like when your mom promises you ice cream after homework without writing it down on a slip of paper.

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order

An order functions like a teacher's hall pass; when you get it, you have permission to leave class now.

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order for relief

It is like getting a hall pass that forces you to move somewhere specific right now.

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ordinance

Think of an ordinance like a special rule only your school has; even if the whole district allows late homework, the principal’s local ordinance mi...

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ordinary

If your friend promises to do something ordinary, like bring cookies to the party, they must deliver standard cookies.

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ordinary course

It describes things done automatically, like getting a library book checked out without asking permission first.

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ordinary course of business

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organizational

It’s like figuring out if your allowance comes from your parents (the organization) or from Grandma's birthday money.

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organized

It is like having a permission slip where every section—like 'Rules' and 'Signatures'—is in its proper place.

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original

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other party

If you promise your friend (Party A) to bring cookies, they are the other party.

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other property

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output

Output is like the finished drawing you hand in; it's what you promised Mom you would bring home from art class.

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outside

It’s like a hall pass given for recess that says, 'You can play outside,' even if the main rule book just said you could go to the playground.

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outstanding

It means something hasn't been handed over yet.

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outstanding principal

It is like a library fine that keeps getting added up; the outstanding principal is how much you still owe after paying some of the due amount.

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overhead

Overhead is like the allowance you get for school supplies—it covers things like pencils, notebooks, and glue, even if you only use a few items fro...

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overnight

It means something needs to happen between when you hand in your permission slip and when it gets graded tomorrow morning.

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owed

When you owe your friend five dollars, they have a legal claim against you.

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owner

Ownership is like having the original permission slip for your favorite toy.

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ownership

Ownership is like having the official permission slip for your favorite toy.

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ownership interest

It's like having one half of a favorite toy—your ownership interest means you have the right to play with it or trade it away.

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owns

It means you have the ultimate say over your stuff, like when you own a permission slip and no one can take it away without asking you first.

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package

A package is like a permission slip that bundles both the signature (the right) and the deadline (the obligation).

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page

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paper

The paper functions like a signed permission slip: it proves you asked for something and that someone agreed to it.

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par

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par value

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parent

A parent acts like the person’s hall pass holder.

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parent company

Think of it like a big company (the parent) signing permission slips for its little businesses (subsidiaries).

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park

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part

Think of it like dividing a big permission slip into sections: one part says you can play outside, and another part limits you to only one hour.

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partial

If you promise to clean the whole garage but only sweep up half of it, that's a partial performance.

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participant

Think of a participant like a kid with a hall pass: the pass lets them be in the hallway, but they must follow the school’s rules while they’re there.

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partner

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partnership

It functions like sharing a big allowance with friends; if one friend spends it all (in debt), everyone else pays their share too.

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party

Think of a permission slip: the student is one party, the parent is another, and the school is the third.

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pass-through

It functions like a hall pass at school; instead of you having to ask the principal for permission every time, the teacher just hands it directly t...

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patent

A patent acts like a special permission slip from the government for your idea.

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pay

Payment acts like returning a library book on time; if you don't pay the fine (the required amount), you are officially late, and the librarian has...

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payable

If your friend promises to pay you $20 next Tuesday, that $20 is 'payable' on that date.

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payee

If you write 'Sarah' on a permission slip as the payee, Sarah gets to claim the reward money when it’s time for prizes.

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payment

Payment is like giving your allowance when Mom lets you watch TV.

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payment date

It's the day written on your permission slip that says when you have to turn it in.

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penalty

Think of a library fine that’s higher than the cost of a lost book; it’s meant to make you think twice before breaking the rule.

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pending

A permission slip that is pending means you haven't gotten the final signature yet.

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pension

It’s like a promised allowance from your parents years ago.

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per share

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percent

Percent shows how much something takes up compared to everything else.

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percentage

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perfect

A perfect promise is like getting a hall pass signed with a checkmark next to it—it means you followed every single rule on that permission slip pe...

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perform

Performance means doing what you promised; if you sign a permission slip saying you'll clean your room, cleaning it is performing.

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performance bond

It functions like a guaranteed permission slip for a big project; if you fail to finish painting the fence, the guarantee lets the owner demand pay...

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performance period

It's like the time limit on your hall pass; you must be in class during that window to use it.

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period

A period is like the time between getting permission to play and having to put your toy away.

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permanent

It means something lasts forever, like a rule that says you must always return your library books.

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permissible

If your permission slip says you can leave class anytime before lunch, leaving at 11:45 AM is permissible.

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permit

A permit acts just like a signed hall pass; it lets you into the classroom.

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person

A person acts like someone who can sign permission slips and follow rules.

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person or entity

A person or entity functions like having a permission slip—it proves you are authorized to do something legally.

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personal property

Think of it like your favorite toy—it moves and you can pass it around.

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personnel

Think of personnel like the kids on a school field trip who each have a permission slip; the school must watch over them and follow the rules for t...

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petition

A petition functions like asking your teacher for permission to leave class early; it formally asks them (the court) to grant you that specific all...

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petroleum

Think of a hall pass that lets a student use the school bus; petroleum works like that pass, granting the right to move fuel but also requiring the...

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phase

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physical

A permission slip is considered physical because you can hold it in your hand.

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place

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placement

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plan

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plan administrator

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plan year

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plant

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pledge

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pledgee

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pledgor

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points

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policy

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political

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political subdivision

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pollutant

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pool

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pooling servicing

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portfolio

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portion

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position

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possession

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postage

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posted

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

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power

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

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practice

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

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precedent

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

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predecessor

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

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preemptive

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

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preferred

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

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preferred shares

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

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preferred stock

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

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prejudice

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

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preliminary

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

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premises

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

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premium

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

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prepaid

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

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prepare

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

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prepay

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

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prescribed

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

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present

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

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present value

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

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preserve

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

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president

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

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press

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

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prevailing

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

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prevent

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

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price

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

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primary

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

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prime

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

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prime rate

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

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principal

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

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principal amount

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

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principal balance

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

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principal place of business

principal place of business is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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principles

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

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prior

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

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prior consent

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

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prior notice

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

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prior occurrence

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

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priority

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

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privacy

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

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private

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

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private placement

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

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privilege

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

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privileged information

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

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pro forma

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

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pro rata

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

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pro rata share

pro rata share is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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procedure

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

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proceeds

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

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process

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

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procure

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

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produce

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

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product

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

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professional

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

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profit

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

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program

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

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prohibited

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

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project

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

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project cost

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

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promissory

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

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promissory note

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

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promotional

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

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proper

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

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property

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

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proportion

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

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proportionate

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

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proposal

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

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proprietary

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

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proprietary information

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

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prosecution

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

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prospectus

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

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protect

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

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protective order

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

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protest

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

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provide

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

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provisions

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

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proxy

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

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public

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

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public offering

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

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public utility

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

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published

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

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punitive

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

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purchase

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

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purchase order

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

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purchase price

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

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purpose

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

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qualification

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

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qualify

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

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quality

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

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quantity

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

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quarter

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

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quorum

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

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range

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

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rata

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

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rate

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

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rate of return

rate of return is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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rating agency

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

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ratio

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

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real

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

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real estate

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

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real property

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

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realization

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

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realized

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

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reason

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

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reasonable cost

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

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reasonable efforts

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

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reasonable time

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

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recapitalization

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

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receipt

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

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received

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

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receivership

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

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recipient

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

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recitals

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

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reclassification

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

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recommended

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

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reconciliation

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

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record

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

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recourse

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

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recover

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

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recoverability

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

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recovery

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

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redacted

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

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redeem

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

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redemption

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

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reduce

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

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reduction

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

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refer

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

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refinancing

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

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refrain

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

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refund

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

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refuse

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

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register

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

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registrant

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

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registrar

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

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registration rights

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

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registration statement

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

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registry

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

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regular

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

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regulated

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

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regulatory

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

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regulatory authority

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

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regulatory body

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

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reimburse

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

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reinsurance

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

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reit

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

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related

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

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related party

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

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related person

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

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relationship

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

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release

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

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relevant

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

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reliance

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

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relief

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

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remainder

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

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remedy

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

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remit

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

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remittance

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

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remove

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

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remuneration

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

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render

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

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renewal

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

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rent

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

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rental

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

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reorganization

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

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repaid

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

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repair

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

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repay

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

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replace

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

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report

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

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reportable event

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

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reporting period

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

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reporting requirements

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

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represent

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

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representation

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

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repurchase

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

Open term →

repurchase request

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

Open term →

reputable

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

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request

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

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requirement

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

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resale

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

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rescinded

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

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research

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

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reserve

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

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reserve bank

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

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residence

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

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residual

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

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resign

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

Open term →

resold

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

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resolution

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

Open term →

resolve

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

Open term →

resource

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

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response

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

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restated

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

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restrict

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

Open term →

restricted stock

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

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restricted subsidiaries

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

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restructuring

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

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result

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

Open term →

retail

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

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retained

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

Open term →

retained earnings

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

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retention

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

Open term →

retire

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

Open term →

retirement income

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

Open term →

retirement plan

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

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return

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

Open term →

revenue

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

Open term →

reverse

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

Open term →

review

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

Open term →

revised

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

Open term →

revocation

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

Open term →

revolving

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

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right

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

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risk

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

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risk retention

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

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river

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

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role

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

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royalty

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

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rto

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

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rule

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

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rule or regulation

rule or regulation is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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rules and regulations

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

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safety

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

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salary

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

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sale

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

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sample

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

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sanctions

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

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satisfaction

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

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satisfactory

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

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satisfy

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

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savings

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

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schedule

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

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scope

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

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second

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

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secret

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

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secretary

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

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section

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

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secure

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

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secured party

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

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securities and exchange commission

securities and exchange commission is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

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securitization

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

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security agreement

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

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security interest

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

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selection

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

Open term →

sell

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

Open term →

seller

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

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send

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

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senior

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

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senior executive

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

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sent

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

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sentence

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

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separation

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

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series

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

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service

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

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service provider

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

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servicing agreement

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

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servicing fee

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

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settle

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

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settlement

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

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several

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

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share

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

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shareholder

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

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shelf

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

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short

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

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short-term

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

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sign

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

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signatory

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

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signature

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

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significant

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

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significant subsidiary

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

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simple

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

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single

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

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site

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

Open term →

software

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

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sold

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

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sole

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

Open term →

sole discretion

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

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solicit

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

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solvency

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

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source

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

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source code

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

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spare part

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

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special

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

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special servicer

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

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specifications

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

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sponsor

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

Open term →

spouse

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

Open term →

spread

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

Open term →

staff

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

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standard

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

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state

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

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state law

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

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statement

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

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station

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

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statistical

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

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status

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

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statute

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

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statutory

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

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stock

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

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stock options

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

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stockholder

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

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stolen

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

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storage

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

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strategy

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

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strict

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

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structure

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

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subcontract

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

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subcontractor

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

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subdivision

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

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subject

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

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submission

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

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submit

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

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subordinate

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

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subrogation

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

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subscribe

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

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subscription

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

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subsection

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

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subsidiary

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

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substance

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

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substantial

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

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substantial completion

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

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substantial part

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

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substantially all

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

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substitute

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

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succeeding

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

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succession

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

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successor

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

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sufficient

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

Open term →

suit

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

Open term →

sum

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

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supersede

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

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supervision

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

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supervisor

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

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supervisory

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

Open term →

supplement

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

Open term →

supplier

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

Open term →

supply

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

Open term →

support

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

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surety

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

Open term →

surplus

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

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surrender

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

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surveillance

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

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survey

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

Open term →

survive

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

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surviving corporation

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

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suspend

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

Open term →

suspension

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

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swap

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

Open term →

swing

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

Open term →

system

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

Open term →

take

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

Open term →

taken

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

Open term →

tangible

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

Open term →

tax

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

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tax returns

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

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taxable

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

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taxpayer

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

Open term →

team

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

Open term →

technical

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

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technology

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

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telephone

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

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temporary

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

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tenant

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

Open term →

tender

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

Open term →

term

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

Open term →

term loan

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

Open term →

terminate

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

Open term →

termination date

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

Open term →

termination event

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

Open term →

territory

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

Open term →

terrorism

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

Open term →

test

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

Open term →

third party

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

Open term →

threatened

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

Open term →

time

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

Open term →

title

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

Open term →

title company

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

Open term →

tort

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

Open term →

total

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

Open term →

total assets

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

Open term →

trade

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

Open term →

trade secret

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

Open term →

trademark

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

Open term →

training

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

Open term →

tranche

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

Open term →

transaction

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

Open term →

transfer

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

Open term →

transfer agent

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

Open term →

transferee

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

Open term →

transferor

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

Open term →

transition

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

Open term →

transmission

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

Open term →

transmitted

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

Open term →

transportation

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

Open term →

travel

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

Open term →

treasurer

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

Open term →

treasury

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

Open term →

treated

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

Open term →

treatment

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

Open term →

treaty

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

Open term →

trial

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

Open term →

trigger

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

Open term →

trust

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

Open term →

trust account

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

Open term →

trust agreement

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

Open term →

trust certificate

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

Open term →

trust company

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

Open term →

trust grantor

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

Open term →

trustee

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

Open term →

type

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

Open term →

ucc

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

Open term →

unable

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

Open term →

unaudited

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

Open term →

unauthorized

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

Open term →

unconditional

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

Open term →

underlying

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

Open term →

undertake

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

Open term →

underwriter

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

Open term →

underwritten

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

Open term →

unemployment insurance

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

Open term →

unenforceable

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

Open term →

uniform

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

Open term →

uniform commercial code

uniform commercial code is a legal term in the general legal terms category. Open the full entry for a plain-English meaning and contract context.

Open term →

union

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

Open term →

unit

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

Open term →

united states

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

Open term →

unlawful

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

Open term →

unrealized

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

Open term →

unrelated

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

Open term →

unremedied

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

Open term →

unsecured

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

Open term →

untrue

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

Open term →

updated

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

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upgrade

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use

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user

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utility

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valid

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valuable

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valuation

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value

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variable

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vehicle

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vendor

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venture

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venue

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verify

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vessel

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vest

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vice president

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violate

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void

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voluntarily

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voluntary

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vote

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voting rights

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voting security

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wage

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waive

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waiver

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wall

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warehouse

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warrant

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warranty

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waste

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water

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week

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

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well

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whole

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whole loan

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wholly-owned

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willful

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willful misconduct

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

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wire

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

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wire transfer

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

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withdraw

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withdrawn

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withheld

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withhold

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without cause

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without prejudice

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without recourse

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witness

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

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work

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working capital

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

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world

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

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writing

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

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written

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written consent

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written notice

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wrongful

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year

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

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yield

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

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zoning

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