This is the 4052nd most frequent French word.
clause
A provision or section in a legal document.
Here, 'clause' is used in a linguistic context referring to a grammatical structure containing a subject and predicate.
Dans la grammaire, une clause peut être indépendante ou dépendante.
In grammar, a clause can be independent or dependent.
In this case, 'clause' again pertains to part of a written agreement discussing penalties.
Ils vont ajouter une clause concernant les pénalités.
They will add a clause regarding the penalties.
Here, 'clause' refers to a specific section or provision within a contract or document.