105. Interpretation Clause Samples

105. Interpretation. Except where the context expressly requires otherwise, (a) the use of any gender herein encompasses references to either or both genders, and the use of the singular includes the plural (and vice versa), (b) the words "include", "includes" and "including" are deemed to be followed by the phrase "without limitation", (c) the word "shall" has the same meaning and effect as the word "will", (d) any definition of or reference to any agreement, instrument or other document herein refers to such agreement, instrument or other document as from time to time amended, supplemented or otherwise modified (subject to any restrictions on such amendments, supplements or modifications set forth herein), (e) any reference herein to any Person includes the Person's successors and assigns, (f) the words "herein", "hereof" and "hereunder", and words of similar import, refer to this Agreement in its entirety and not to any particular provision hereof, (g) all references herein to Sections, Exhibits or Schedules refer to Sections, Exhibits or Schedules of this Agreement, and references to this Agreement include all Exhibits and Schedules hereto, (h) the word "notice" means notice in writing (whether or not specifically stated) and includes notices, consents, approvals and other written communications contemplated under this Agreement, (i) provisions that require that a Party, the Parties or any committee hereunder "agree," "consent" or "approve" or the like requires that such agreement, consent or approval be specific and in writing, whether by written agreement, letter, approved minutes or otherwise, (j) references to any specific law, rule or regulation, or article, section or other division thereof, includes the then-current amendments thereto or any replacement or successor law, rule or regulation thereof, and (k) the term "or" is to be interpreted in the inclusive sense commonly associated with the term "and/or."