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MANDAMUS

(noun, verb)
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There are 2 meanings of the word Mandamus.

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Mandamus - as a noun

An extraordinary writ commanding an official to perform a ministerial act that the law recognizes as an absolute duty and not a matter for the official's discretion; used only when all other judicial remedies fail

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
writ of mandamus

Mandamus - as a verb

To serve a writ of this kind upon.

Example Sentences

"The attorney filed a petition for a writ of mandamus to compel the government to release the documents."
"The court issued a writ of mandamus ordering the agency to reconsider their decision."
"The judge denied the request for a writ of mandamus as it did not meet the necessary legal requirements."
"The defendant argued that the writ of mandamus violated their constitutional rights."
"The plaintiff sought a writ of mandamus to enforce the terms of the contract."
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Word Game Points

Is MANDAMUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mandamus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MANDAMUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MANDAMUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mandamus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MANDAMUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is MANDAMUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mandamus is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MANDAMUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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