inevitable necessity
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From 76 U.S. 161 - The Harriman · 1869Most cited · 70 citing opinions
The principle deducible from the authorities is, that if what is agreed to be done is possible and lawful, it must be done. Difficulty or improbability of accomplishing the undertaking will not avail the defendant. It must be shown that the thing cannot by any means be effected. Nothing short of this will excuse non-performance.