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A quick definition of boilerplate:

Boilerplate: When people write legal documents, they often use the same words over and over again. These words are called "boilerplate." They are like a template that can be used in many different documents. Sometimes, people don't even think about what the words mean. They just use them because they are standard. However, if there is a problem, the words in the boilerplate might not be helpful. That's because they are usually written to protect the person who wrote the document, not the person who is reading it.

A more thorough explanation:

Boilerplate is a term used to describe standard language in a legal document that is used in all similar documents. It is like a template that is used over and over again. This language is often found in contracts and is not specific to any particular situation.

For example, a lease agreement may have a boilerplate clause that outlines the responsibilities of the landlord and tenant. This clause is the same in all lease agreements and is not tailored to the specific property or situation.

It is important to note that boilerplate language is usually interpreted in favor of the party who did not write the document. This means that if there is a dispute, the party who did not draft the document may have an advantage.

Overall, boilerplate language is a way to save time and effort when drafting legal documents. However, it is important to understand the implications of using this language and to make sure that it is appropriate for the specific situation.

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[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:55
How does one know if they are UR1 or UR2?
[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
20:56
CONGRATS MACAQUE!
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got a random stanford email and almost had a heart attack
ALSO CONGRATS!
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Miami A, yall I'm so excited I could cry.
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[] baddestbunny
22:16
every time I get accosted by a strange man who follows me around because my male coworkers were too busy talking to walk me back to my car I get closer to saying we need to bring back traditional gender roles
Dkk
22:32
Nice! @Macaque
Dkk
22:32
@Aromatic, Have to guess.
Dkk
22:33
That sucks @Bunny do you have to go to the hospital?
[] baddestbunny
22:40
I said accosted not assaulted
23:35
guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
1a2b3c4d26z
23:37
Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
Dkk
23:47
Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
23:49
it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
hows ED 2 compared to ED 1?
Dkk
0:10
No idea
windyMagician
0:34
reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
Dkk
2:21
NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
[] baddestbunny
4:29
let’s get after it boys and girls
Dkk
5:21
I gtg to bed soon.
Dkk
5:22
Big day today. Gunna be a crazy one. I will sleep through the first half.
good morning lsd it is 5 am EST
also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
my stanford address also went long LOL i think at most it's an indicator it's under review
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