The provisions of a contract must be construed as a whole in such a way that every part is given effect.

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This is a basic principle of contract interpretation, known as the "doctrine of contra proferentem." It means that if there are different provisions in a contract, they should be read together in order to give effect to each provision, rather than interpreting them in isolation or in a way that would render some provisions meaningless.

The Provisions of a Contract Must Be Construed as a Whole