Simple English definitions for legal terms
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Term: IN
Definition: In is a word used to describe something that is based on the law. For example, when someone wants to take legal action for a contract, they can bring an action in contract. This means that they are using the law to help them resolve the issue.
IN
Preposition used to indicate being under or based on the law of something.
These examples show how the preposition "in" is used to indicate that something is being done under or based on a particular law or legal system. In the first example, the lawsuit is being brought under the jurisdiction of federal law. In the second example, the contract is being signed in accordance with the laws of a particular state.