Word (phrase): stipulating to

Associations

"Stipulating to" is a phrase used to indicate that someone is agreeing to certain conditions or terms. It often appears in legal or formal discussions.

• Example 1: "The contract was signed, stipulating to the payment terms." This means the contract includes agreed payment conditions.
• Example 2: "She is stipulating to the rules of the game before joining." This shows she agrees to follow the game's rules.
• Example 3: "The parties are stipulating to the timeline for project completion." Here, it indicates they agree on when the project should be finished.

The phrase "agreeing to" is a synonym, but "stipulating to" has a more formal and specific connotation, often used in legal contexts.

Substitution

Other phrases that could replace "stipulating to" include:

• "agreeing to" - more general, used in everyday conversation.
• "consenting to" - implies permission is given, often used in legal or formal contexts.
• "accepting" - a broader term that can apply in various situations, less formal than "stipulating to."

Deconstruction

The word "stipulating" comes from the root "stipulate," which means to specify or demand a condition. There is no prefix, but the suffix "-ing" indicates the action is ongoing. The word "stipulate" has Latin roots, from "stipulatus," meaning to make a promise or agreement. This shows how the word relates to making clear terms.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a situation where you had to agree to specific terms or conditions? What were they?
• How does the formality of "stipulating to" change how you might communicate the same idea in a casual conversation?
• Have you ever encountered a legal document that required you to stipulate to something? What was your experience?