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nowithstanding


Meanings
  • adjective

    despite previous objections or actions; continuing in effect or valid

    - "The contract is nowithstanding, despite the bankruptcy filing."
    - "The nowithstanding order grants temporary custody to the mother."

Variants
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notwithstanding
Etymology
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originally meaning 'standing now' in Old English


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  1. The term 'nowithstanding' comes from the Old English 'nowan stondan,' which means 'standing now'.

  2. The term is often used in legal contexts to describe agreements or orders that remain in effect despite challenges or changes.


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  1. standing order: A formal instruction given by a court, parliament, or other body to its members or officers, usually to take some action or to refrain from taking it.


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Nowithstanding is not known to have any significant cultural or historical significance.

How to Memorize "nowithstanding"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a contract or agreement that is still in effect despite previous challenges or objections.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'nowithstanding' with the idea of something continuing despite obstacles.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'N-O-W-I-T-H-S-T-A-N-D-I-N-G' to remember the meaning: 'Now In This Standing, Deal Is Not Gone'.


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