written agreement
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2.7
- noun
- /ˈrɪtən əˈɡrimənt/
- Formal
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contrato
- I believe that having written agreements is sound business practice.
- sign a written agreement
And the person on the other side of the table, they called a bully, very attacking, not sticking to the written agreement.
- And the person on the other side of the table, they called a bully, very attacking, not sticking to the written agreement.
Examples
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In those circumstances, it is essential that you have some form of written agreement.
Blog text (26) -
Even when a written agreement is not mandatory, it is still highly beneficial to both client and attorney to have one.
Academic text (1997) -
Did you ever sign that written agreement?
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Such a relationship can only be created with a written agreement between you and us after personal consultation.
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Get the written agreements before you let people do work on the film.
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There is normally not a written agreement between the buyer and the agent.
Blog text (24) -
Can you do it on a handshake, or should you have a written agreement?
Academic text (2011) -
Thus, it is important to carefully devise a written agreement at the beginning of the collaboration in order to avoid misunderstandings or injustices later on.
Academic text (1997) -
Please don't send me confidential information unless we have a written agreement expressly stating that we have formed an attorney-client relationship.
Blog text (30) -
Before starting the project, both parties signed a written agreement to ensure they understood the terms.
Synonyms
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2.8
A written agreement between people or companies that the law can enforce
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2.0
A paper or electronic file that gives official information
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1.4
A promise made between two or more people, often written
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3.1
An official paper that records an agreement, right, or contract
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3.3
A record issued by an authority that shows a legal agreement or gives a right
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2.5
A formal paper that gives information or records facts
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6.1
A formal written document that creates a legal right or agreement
Antonyms
How Binding
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'a document that records the terms agreed upon' is directly and transparently derived from combining 'written' (recorded in writing) with 'agreement' (a mutual arrangement or contract). This simple adjectival modification is a common, cross-linguistic compositional pattern, so a B1 learner who knows both constituents will readily infer the MWE's meaning.
Etymology
Written agreement: The term written agreement comes from the simple idea of putting promises on paper: written shows it is on paper and agreement is the promise both people accept. Having the promises on paper gives 'proof' of the deal and helps make sure people do what they promised.