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but let's be clear:
but let's be clear:
*It is an equitable doctrine, and denies only [[equitable remedy|equitable remedies]].
*It is an equitable doctrine, and denies only [[equitable remedy|equitable remedies]]. you can't invoke it to prevent a claim in damages for breach of contract.
*It doesn't override a specific statute of limitations (for much the same reason).


===See also===
===See also===
*{{casenote|Goldsworthy|Brickell}}
*{{casenote|Goldsworthy|Brickell}}
*{{casenote|Lindsay Petroleum Company|Hurd}}
*{{casenote|Lindsay Petroleum Company|Hurd}}