proviso

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The title refers to a proposed Hollywood adaptation of “Sherman’s March,” which Mr. McElwee signs off on with a measure of skepticism and a proviso that he be allowed to film a making-of documentary.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

George also trained for several years with Unique FA, an elite academy, but under the proviso that he would play with players a few years older than himself.

From BBC • May 1, 2025

Alex and the band capitulated, with the proviso that the video would be free of gimmickry.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2024

Yet technological rule changes for this year's competition have reduced crew sizes from 11 people to eight, but with the proviso that any body part can now be used to create power.

From BBC • Sep. 2, 2024

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