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equitable

[ek-wi-tuh-buhl] / ˈɛk wɪ tə bəl /


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Divorce law treats marital property as an equitable or 50/50 split, depending on the state.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 1, 2026

What’s notable is, not only did the court say that the equitable factors here didn’t support a stay, they also said the government was likely to lose on the merits.

From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026

She said the Welsh government would be launching its Foundational Literacy and Numeracy Plan which represented an "important first step in the development of an equitable education system that works for all".

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

The Police Commission said in a statement that it is still waiting on the report, adding that “fair and equitable hiring of sworn and civilian employees remains a priority.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

“I believe we have come up with a fine, equitable solution to the situation,” said Mr. Stonecrop.

From "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" by Gary D. Schmidt




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