CY PRES
\sˈa͡ɪ pɹˈiːz], \sˈaɪ pɹˈiːz], \s_ˈaɪ p_ɹ_ˈiː_z]\
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a rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible
By Princeton University
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a rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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s[=e] pr[=a], in the law of charitable trusts in England, the principle of applying the money to some object as near as possible to the one specified, when this has become impracticable. [O. Fr.]
By Thomas Davidson
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(Law) as near as possible (to testator\'s intentions); (a.) approximate; (n.) approximation. [Anglo-French]
By Sir Augustus Henry
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[O.Fr.] (Leg.) As near as possible ; a rule of approximate construction if strict construction be impossible or involve public harm.
By Henry Percy Smith
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