Idioms

gentleman's pact

gentleman's pact

A legally non-binding arrangement that is guaranteed only by a verbal or mutually understood agreement by the parties involved. Though my father left me his entire estate in his will, I made a gentleman's pact with my brother to share the wealth equally between us. Fellows, you do realize that I have no obligation to honor a gentleman's pact, right? I know you trust him, but I'd still get him to sign something. A gentleman's pact won't get you anywhere in court.

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References in periodicals archive

The main source of the stand-off is an agreement in Mexican football known as the 'Gentleman's Pact', which is set up to protect clubs' investments in producing home-grown players.

Wales friendly with Mexico thrown into doubt as country's players consider strike action; A row has broken out between Mexico's players and the country's football authorities, casting doubt over September's clash with Wales

Summary: Atletico star needs a new challenge but dare he break the gentleman's pact of the crosstown transfer?

Antoine Griezmann moving to Real Madrid would spark city strife

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