non liquet
noun
non li·quet
(ˈ)nänˈlīkwə̇t,
(ˈ)nōn-,
-lik-
plural non liquets
: an expression or condition of doubt or uncertainty as to the facts or where the truth lies
questions which can be answered only with a non liquet—
Louis Infield
—used by Roman judges in rendering a decision in a doubtful case or in asking leave to be excused
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“Non liquet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/non%20liquet. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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