contractual
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- contractually adverb
- noncontractual adjective
Etymology
Origin of contractual
First recorded in 1860–65; from Latin contractu(s) contract + -al 1
Example Sentences
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“We are encouraged by the numerous additional growth opportunities we see with our current customers, as well as a general alignment toward a more standard contractual arrangement,” Zartler said.
From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026
The judge concluded that more than 95% of the group members live in Scotland and were in a contractual relationship with a company registered in Scotland and governed by Scots law.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
LIV Golf missed a contractual payment to players earlier in the week, adding to concerns about the league’s future.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
Their arrival, and a contractual deadline for successfully reversing the formula that might cost Les his company, sets up a ticking clock, represented by literal ticking clocks mounted around the laboratory.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
“Of course I’m not. But I have to pretend. Social contractual obligations and whatnot.”
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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