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cy pres doctrine::noun | Spocien Dictionary

cy pres doctrine

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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

Type	Words
Synonyms	cy pres, rule of cy pres
Type of	regulation, rule

cy pres doctrine

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

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