laches
failure to do something at the proper time, especially such delay as will bar a party from bringing a legal proceeding.
Origin of laches
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How to use laches in a sentence
In the laches (p. 188) there is a passing reference in which a similar view is expressed.
The Modes of Ancient Greek Music | David Binning MonroPlato treats the claim of Ionian to rank among the Hellenic modes as somewhat doubtful (laches, p. 188).
The Modes of Ancient Greek Music | David Binning MonroNo doubt the furniture and other property would remain, and might be held to be liable for the present owner's laches.
Mr. Scarborough's Family | Anthony TrollopeSome points of resemblance, and some points of difference, appear in the laches when compared with the Charmides and Lysis.
Laches | PlatoThe characters of Nicias and laches are indicated by their opinions on the exhibition of the man fighting in heavy armour.
Laches | Plato
British Dictionary definitions for laches
/ (ˈlætʃɪz) /
law negligence or unreasonable delay in pursuing a legal remedy
Origin of laches
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