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la causa de fuerza mayor(
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)A feminine noun is almost always used with feminine articles and adjectives (e.g., la mujer bonita, la luna llena).
a. cirumstances beyond one's control
No pudimos asistir a la ceremonia por causa de fuerza mayor.We couldn't attend the ceremony due to circumstances beyond our control.
b. unforseen circumstances
Una causa de fuerza mayor me obligó a quedarme en Panamá.Unforseen circumstances made me stay in Panama.
c. accidents
Salvo causa de fuerza mayor, acudiremos a la reunión.Barring accidents, we'll be at the meeting.
2. (technical) (legal)
A word or phrase that is only used by experts, professionals, or academics in a particular field (e.g., exposition).
a. force majeure (technical)
A word or phrase that is only used by experts, professionals, or academics in a particular field (e.g., exposition).
En el contrato se estipula que esta disposición es de obligado cumplimiento salvo que se declare causa de fuerza mayor.The contract stipulates that this provision is binding unless force majeure is declared.
b. act of God
La compañía de seguros considera que la granizada es una causa de fuerza mayor y no se hace responsable de los daños.The insurance company regards the hailstorm as an act of God and won't be liable for damages.
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