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cy pres::noun | Spocien Dictionary

cy pres
noun
/'si_'preɪ/
a rule that when literal compliance is impossible the intention of a donor or testator should be carried out as nearly as possible
Type Words
Synonyms cy pres doctrine, rule of cy pres
Type of regulation, rule

Examples of cy pres

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Cy pres doctrine was also instituted to mitigate the harshness of the common law Rule Against Perpetuities.
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