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Force Majeure

Definition

Force Majeure refers to unexpected and uncontrollable events or circumstances that prevent someone from fulfilling a contract or obligation.

Senses

1. Legal Sense: In legal terms, force majeure is a clause often present in contracts to address events beyond the control of the parties involved, such as natural disasters, wars, or acts of God.
2. General Sense: In a more general sense, force majeure can be any situation that is unforeseen and unavoidable, leading to the inability to carry out an obligation or duty.

Usage

1. Noun: The force majeure clause in the contract protected them from liability.

2. Adjective: Due to the force majeure circumstances, the company was unable to deliver the goods on time.

3. Verb: The hurricane forced the cancellation of the outdoor event, thus force majeuring the original plans.

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