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Possession is nine-tenths of the law
Translation possession is nine-tenths of the law into russian
possession is nine-tenths of the law
In disputes over property, possession is nine-tenths of the law.
В спорах о собственности владение — девять десятых закона.
Definitions
This phrase means that ownership or control of something is often considered more important than legal rights to it. In practical terms, if someone has possession of an item, they are more likely to be recognized as its owner, regardless of any legal claims others may have.