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
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
Young coaches are often appointed on the proviso that their role is to prepare the team to win games.
From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026
The California Coastal Commission approved a permit for the event on May 9 with a major proviso.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2025
He'd had this crusty old grandfather he'd never met, from Germany, who'd left his unborn grandchild a trust fund with the proviso that he be named after the old man.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
Vocabulary lists containing proviso
Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)
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Texas v. Johnson (1989)
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How the García Girls Lost Their Accents
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