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non constat

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non constat (non kon-stat). [Latin “it is not settled”] It is not certain or agreed. • The phrase is generally used to state that some conclusion does not necessarily follow although it might appear on its face to follow. Cf. NON SEQUITUR . “Non Constat …. Words frequently used, particularly in argument, to express dissatisfaction […]

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non sequitur

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non sequitur (non sek-w[schwa]-t[schwa]r). [Latin “it does not follow”] 1. An inference or conclusion that does not logically follow from the premises. 2. A remark or response that does not logically follow from what was previously said. Cf. NON CONSTAT.

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