Document interpretation allows extrinsic evidence when plain language is unmeaning to establish a peculiar contextual sense. When the literal wording of a document is plain but unmeaning with respect to existing facts, evidence may be given to show the language was used in a peculiar sense; factual proof of possession and local circumstances may identify the true property intended by the parties.
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Document interpretation allows extrinsic evidence when plain language is unmeaning to establish a peculiar contextual sense.
When the literal wording of a document is plain but unmeaning with respect to existing facts, evidence may be given to show the language was used in a peculiar sense; factual proof of possession and local circumstances may identify the true property intended by the parties.
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