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Laches

Noun (General Sense): A lack of action or delay in taking action, especially when it is unjustifiable.

Example Sentence: The defendant claimed that the lawsuit should be dismissed due to the plaintiff's laches in bringing the case to court.

Noun (Legal Sense): Negligence or failure to assert one's legal rights within a reasonable time period, resulting in possible loss of those rights.

Example Sentence: The court determined that the plaintiff's laches in filing the lawsuit had prejudiced the defendant's ability to present a fair defense.

Noun (Military Sense): The act of deliberately avoiding a battle or military engagement when the opportunity arises.

Example Sentence: The general's laches in engaging the enemy allowed them to regroup and gain an advantage in the battle.

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