This study delves into the nuanced realm of regulatory texts through a comparative analysis of tenancy agreements, focusing on the enactment of modality. Modality, as a linguistic concept, encompasses the expression of necessity, possibility, obligation, and permission within legal discourse. Through a meticulous examination of tenancy agreements from diverse jurisdictions, this research seeks to elucidate the variations in modal expressions, their implications, and their effectiveness in regulating tenancy arrangements. By scrutinizing linguistic modalities across different regulatory contexts, this study offers insights into the intricacies of legal language and its impact on contractual relations within the realm of tenancy.

Modality, Regulatory Texts, Tenancy Agreements

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