proviso
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There’s an interesting proviso in the Allbirds–to–NewBird AI switchover that’s gotten much less public attention.
From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026
Over a decade ago, Britain’s environmental regulator approved a new coastal nuclear power station on the proviso its cooling system wouldn’t suck in millions of fish from the Bristol Channel.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
The California Coastal Commission approved a permit for the event on May 9 with a major proviso.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025
You need that proviso to make sure the system isn't abused, but it is something that should be examined.
From BBC • May 22, 2025
After York’s departure for the Pentagon, Lawrence had agreed to name Teller as lab director for a single year, with the proviso that Mills would then take over permanently.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
Vocabulary lists containing proviso
Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
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Texas v. Johnson (1989)
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