English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "the contract was not signed under duress" Mean?
Learn what "the contract was not signed under duress" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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not signed under duress.
It means the contract was not signed while being forced or threatened.
From The Black Thrones, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone states that the contract was not signed because of pressure or coercion.
Usage Scenario
Use this in legal or formal discussions. It is not everyday casual English, but it is a useful legal phrase.
Better ways to say it
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The contract was not signed under duress.
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It wasn't signed under pressure.
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No one was forced to sign it.
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