Example: For the avoidance of doubt, the meeting starts at nine.
Definition
"For the avoidance of doubt" is a phrase used to clarify or emphasize a statement, ensuring there is no misunderstanding or ambiguity about the information being communicated. It is commonly used in formal or legal contexts to make intentions explicit.
Translations
para evitar dudas
om misverstanden te voorkomen
per evitar dubtes
pour éviter tout doute
zur Vermeidung von Missverständnissen
Etymology
The phrase "for the avoidance of doubt" originates from legal and formal English, where clarity is crucial. It serves as a preemptive clarification to prevent any confusion or misinterpretation. The expression combines 'avoidance' meaning prevention and 'doubt,' highlighting its purpose to eliminate uncertainty.
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"For the avoidance of doubt" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (C1) - set 1", containing 130 commonly used expressions.
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