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precatory

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The decision does not imply that shall always means may, but rather that unless expressly defined, context determines whether shall is mandatory or precatory. [...

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expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures"

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adjective

expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures"

Definitions

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adjective

expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures"

See also: precative

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The decision does not imply that shall always means may, but rather that unless expressly defined, context determines whether shall is mandatory or precatory. [...

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How do you use precatory in a sentence?

The decision does not imply that shall always means may, but rather that unless expressly defined, context determines whether shall is mandatory or precatory. [...

What does precatory mean?

expressing entreaty or supplication; "precatory overtures"

What part of speech is precatory?

precatory is commonly used as adjective.