Act of God In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Act of God", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-11-19 04:11

Meaning of Act of God

Synonyms:

Force Majeure , vis major

Act of God phrase law

(Law) A natural event inflicts damage and isn't caused by nor preventable by humans, namely a flood, a storm, or an earthquake.

 

This bed is designed to protect people in case of a sudden act of God like an earthquake.

Policyholders should thoroughly review their policies for coverages and exclusions pertaining to acts of God.

My dilapidated house collapsed during an earthquake, but sadly it isn't insured against such act of God.

Other phrases about:

disaster of epic proportions

A terrible disaster or a catastrophe

be (not) the end of the world

To be a huge problem or difficulty.

Origin of Act of God

This phrase appeared in religious texts dating back to the 13th century.

The Origin Cited: phrases.org.uk .
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