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VocabJLPT N2

article (in a document)

NounCounterConjunction

Definitions

1. article (in a document)
2. clause
3. counter for lines, stripes, streaks, rays, etc.
4. although

This word is used as a counter for articles of law or as a word meaning a clause or provision in a legal document. It is most commonly seen in formal or legal writing when listing rules or legal articles.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"Article 10 is intense!" she said, and I shot back, "Just reading it wore me out."

Sentence 2

Upon contract renewal, we will be reviewing the "automatic renewal clause in Article 9."

Sentence 3

"Should we start from Article 1?" my friend asked, then laughed, "Nah, too much work — just the key points."

Sentence 4

I'll go ahead and sort out the exception clause in Article 5 first.

Sentence 5

He declared, "The interpretation of Article 2 is the key."