Adr

/ˌeɪ di ˈɑr/ noun

Alternative Dispute Resolution, methods of resolving conflicts outside traditional court proceedings through mediation, arbitration, or negotiation. Also refers to Automatic Dialogue Replacement in film production.

Acronym that emerged in the 1970s as legal systems sought alternatives to costly court litigation. 'Alternative' emphasized options beyond traditional adversarial proceedings, while 'resolution' focused on problem-solving rather than winning.

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