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单词 reasonable force
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Definition of reasonable force in English:

reasonable force

noun
Law

  • The level of physical force deemed appropriate or justifiable by law in protecting oneself or one's family or property; (also) the level of force deemed appropriate in apprehending a criminal suspect or preventing a crime.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Morning Chronicle.

Definition of reasonable force in US English:

reasonable force

noun
Law

  • The level of physical force deemed appropriate or justifiable by law in protecting oneself or one's family or property; (also) the level of force deemed appropriate in apprehending a criminal suspect or preventing a crime.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in The Morning Chronicle.
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