Ejusdem generis rule narrows general terms to the same class as preceding specifics, unless context indicates otherwise. The ejusdem generis rule limits a general term following specific items to include only matters of the same kind; its application requires an enumeration forming a class, a following general term, and no contrary legislative indication, but it yields where the statutory context, object, or mischief requires a broader plain meaning.
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Ejusdem generis rule narrows general terms to the same class as preceding specifics, unless context indicates otherwise.
The ejusdem generis rule limits a general term following specific items to include only matters of the same kind; its application requires an enumeration forming a class, a following general term, and no contrary legislative indication, but it yields where the statutory context, object, or mischief requires a broader plain meaning.
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