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Facts
Cited for the point that words are read in their natural and ordinary meaning, as reasonable people would understand them (Diplock LJ).
Issue
How are words interpreted?
Held
Words are read in their natural and ordinary meaning, as reasonable people would understand them (Diplock LJ).
Principle
Words are read in their natural and ordinary meaning, as reasonable people would understand them (Diplock LJ).
Why it matters
Natural meaning.
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Astaire v Campling (Lanbuk) <https://www.lanbuk.com/llb/torts/cases/astaire-v-campling> accessed 31 October 2026
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