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Meaning of palm tree justice | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A flexible, discretionary approach to legal decision making that prioritizes fairness in specific circumstances over strict adherence to legal precedents or rights.

derogatory, uncountable

Examples

“[…] vary agreed or established rights to property in an endeavor to achieve a kind of palm tree justice […]”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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