Legal Documents

noun a written statement confirmed by oath or affirmation, for use as evidence in court

• The defendant submitted an affidavit as evidence in court.
• I had to sign an affidavit to confirm my identity.
• They made me swear on an affidavit that I didn't do it.
• Her actions were like signing an affidavit of her commitment to the cause.

noun a person or thing that provides necessary support to the primary activities or operation of an organization, institution, industry, or system

adjective providing necessary support to the primary activities or operation of an organization, institution, industry, or system

• The ancillary services provided by the company greatly enhance the overall customer experience.
• The extra services they offer on the side really make a difference.
• The add-on stuff they throw in for free is pretty cool.
• The ancillary branches of the tree represent different aspects of the business.

noun A small, tube-shaped sac attached to an organ in the body, such as the intestines

• The appendix contains supplementary information that supports the main text.
• Make sure to check the appendix for any extra details.
• I never bother reading the appendix, it's just a bunch of extra stuff.
• The appendix of the report is like the cherry on top, providing additional insights.

noun a separate clause or provision in a document

• The research article provides a comprehensive analysis of the latest findings in the field.
• I read an interesting article about the benefits of meditation in a health magazine.
• Did you see that juicy article about the celebrity scandal?
• His actions were like a blank article, devoid of any substance or meaning.

noun A person, typically a lawyer, appointed to act for another in business or legal matters.

• The attorney provided legal counsel to the defendant during the trial.
• I hired an attorney to help me with my divorce.
• My attorney is a real shark in the courtroom.
• The attorney's words were like a shield, protecting her client from harm.

noun a commission promoting a military officer to a higher rank without increase of pay and with limited exercise of the higher rank, often granted as an honor immediately before retirement.

verb to promote to a higher rank without increase of pay.

• He received a brevet promotion for his exceptional service in the military.
• He got a brevet rank after his heroic act in the battlefield.
• I heard he breveted to a higher rank after the last mission.
• Her brevet as team leader was well-deserved for her leadership skills.

noun a person, company, or institution against whom an action is brought in a court of law

• The defendant pleaded not guilty to the charges brought against them.
• The person on trial says they didn't do it.
• The guy in court swears he's innocent.
• The accused is fighting tooth and nail to prove their innocence.

noun a particular way in which a thing exists or appears; shape, arrangement, or structure

verb to give shape or visible structure to; to make or fashion into a certain form

adjective pertaining to the form or structure of a thing

preposition used to indicate the structure or arrangement of something

conjunction used to connect different forms or ideas

• The students were required to fill out a registration form for the upcoming conference.
• Hey, can you help me with this form for the school trip?
• I totally aced that test, I'm in top form!
• The team's defense was in solid form during the championship game.

noun a person studying or practicing law

adjective relating to the law or to lawyers

• It is important to seek legal advice before signing any contracts.
• Make sure you have the green light from a legal expert before proceeding.
• Don't do anything sketchy without checking with a legal eagle first.
• Following your moral compass is just as important as abiding by legal standards.

noun a document issued by a bank or financial institution guaranteeing payment to a seller on behalf of a buyer

• The seller requested a letter of credit as a guarantee of payment from the buyer.
• The seller wanted a letter of credit to make sure they get paid by the buyer.
• The seller needed a letter of credit to cover their back with the buyer.
• The letter of credit acted as a safety net for the seller in the transaction.

noun a printed heading on stationery, stating a person's or organization's name and address

• The company logo is always prominently displayed on our official letterhead.
• Make sure to use the company letterhead for all correspondence.
• I love how the letterhead makes our documents look official.
• The letterhead of the organization symbolizes its professionalism and authority.

noun a group or collection of different types or items

adjective consisting of various types or items that are not easily categorized

• The store sells a variety of miscellaneous items such as office supplies, kitchen gadgets, and home decor.
• I have a drawer full of miscellaneous stuff that I don't know what to do with.
• Let's check out that thrift store, they always have cool miscellaneous things for cheap.
• His mind was a jumble of miscellaneous thoughts and ideas, making it hard for him to focus.

noun abbreviation for manuscript, a handwritten or typed document

• Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects the central nervous system.
• My friend was diagnosed with MS last year.
• I heard she's dealing with some MS issues.
• Dealing with MS feels like navigating a maze of uncertainty.

noun a type of document used for accounting and tax purposes in medieval England

• The pipe roll is a medieval English record of land ownership and taxes.
• I found a reference to my ancestor in the pipe roll from the 13th century.
• I heard that old man talking about the pipe roll like it was some kind of ancient treasure map.
• The pipe roll of history unravels slowly, revealing the secrets of the past.

noun a person who brings a case against another in a court of law

• The plaintiff presented their case before the judge in the courtroom.
• The person suing is called the plaintiff.
• The plaintiff is the one who's taking legal action.
• In this scenario, the plaintiff represents the aggrieved party seeking justice.

noun a formal statement of the cause of an action or defense

adjective characterized by or expressing earnest entreaty

• The lawyer made a compelling pleading in court for his client's innocence.
• She was pleading with her parents to let her go to the concert.
• I'm tired of him pleading for forgiveness every time he messes up.
• The puppy's pleading eyes begged for a treat from its owner.

noun a written promise to pay a specified sum of money to a specified person at a specified time

• The borrower signed a promissory note outlining the terms of the loan.
• I had to sign a promissory note before getting the money from the bank.
• I'll pay you back, just write up a promissory note for me.
• Her commitment to the project was like a promissory note, guaranteeing her dedication.

adjective separate or distinct

adverb separately or individually

• The committee members were severally responsible for different aspects of the project.
• They each had their own roles to play in the project.
• They all had their own jobs to do for the project.
• Like pieces of a puzzle, they fit together severally to complete the project.

noun a writ ordering a person to attend a court.

verb to summon with a subpoena.

• The lawyer issued a subpoena to compel the witness to testify in court.
• The cop served him with a subpoena to appear in court.
• They hit him with a subpoena to show up at the trial.
• The sudden rainstorm was like a subpoena from nature to stay indoors.

noun a form on which a taxpayer makes an annual statement of income and personal circumstances, used by the tax authorities to assess liability for tax.

• It is important to accurately report all income and deductions on your tax return.
• Don't forget to file your tax return before the deadline!
• I dread doing my tax return every year.
• Completing my tax return feels like solving a puzzle.

noun a document or material that can be copied using a photocopier

adjective describing something that can be copied by a photocopier

• The textbook includes photocopiable worksheets for students to practice with.
• You can make copies of the photocopiable handouts for everyone in the class.
• Hey, can you grab me one of those photocopiables so I can copy it?
• The artist's style is so unique that it's almost photocopiable by others in the industry.

noun a draft or preliminary version of something, especially a document or plan

• The predraft analysis highlighted potential weaknesses in the team's strategy.
• Before the draft, they were already talking about who they wanted on their team.
• They were already scoping out players before the draft even started.
• The predraft phase is like laying the groundwork for a successful project.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'stock sale agreement' is a noun as it represents a legal document outlining the terms of a sale of stocks.

• The stock sale agreement outlines the terms and conditions of the transaction between the buyer and seller.
• We finally signed the stock sale agreement for the company.
• They sealed the deal with the stock sale agreement.
• The stock sale agreement was like a handshake between the two parties, solidifying their agreement.

noun DNR stands for 'Do Not Resuscitate', a medical order indicating that a patient does not wish to receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the event of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

• The patient's medical chart clearly states a DNR order.
• The doctor said no CPR if his heart stops, it's a DNR thing.
• I heard she's got a DNR, so don't bother trying to save her.
• His career was on a DNR trajectory, with no hope of recovery.

noun A person who is qualified to practice law and represent clients in legal matters

• El abogado presentó un recurso de apelación ante la corte.
• Mi abogado me aconsejó que no firmara nada sin consultarlo primero.
• El abogado es un genio, siempre encuentra la forma de ganar los casos.
• En esta situación, necesitamos a alguien que sea nuestro abogado y defienda nuestros intereses.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to indicate grammatical definiteness of a noun

• The act of sederunt was passed by the court to regulate the proceedings.
• They were discussing the act of sederunt at the meeting.
• I have no idea what that act of sederunt is all about.
• The act of sederunt in this case symbolizes the authority of the court.

noun a written statement of a person's wishes regarding medical treatment, often used in reference to end-of-life care

• It is important to have an advance directive in place to outline your medical wishes in case you are unable to communicate them.
• Make sure you fill out an advance directive so that your family knows what to do if something happens to you.
• Hey, have you thought about writing down your advance directive just in case?
• Creating an advance directive is like giving your future self a roadmap for medical decisions.

noun a person who makes a sworn statement or affidavit

adjective relating to a person who makes a sworn statement or affidavit

• The affiant signed the sworn statement under penalty of perjury.
• The affiant filled out the form and swore it was true.
• The affiant was like, 'I swear this is what happened.'
• The affiant's words were like a beacon of truth in the courtroom.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• The lawyer submitted an affidavit of merits to support their client's case in court.
• The attorney handed in a document with all the good stuff to help their client's case.
• The legal eagle dropped a paper with all the juicy details to back up their client.
• The sworn statement of the plaintiff's qualifications acted as a strong foundation for their legal argument.

noun a formal declaration by a higher court that a decision made by a lower court was correct

• The court's affirmance of the lower court's decision solidified the legal precedent.
• The judge's affirmance means the ruling stands as is.
• The affirmance was a slam dunk for the defendant.
• Her affirmance of his actions showed her unwavering support.