Alternative words and shorter phrases
Illinois Bill Drafting Manual

Matching exercise

3:00
Match the items on the right to the items on the left.
with respect to
by virtue of
in terms of
order and direct
authorize and empower
because of the fact that
inasmuch as
required in the case of
with reference to
cease and desist
prior to
in the majority of instances
by reason of
on the basis of
subsequent to
until such time as
despite the fact that

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