Admittedly, article 18 is now formulated simply in negative terms.

A formal decision expressed in negative terms would look more like an attempt to block action.

Consequently, ageing should be interpreted not in “negative” terms, but rather in terms of cultural continuity.

Mr. Lerner preferred to use “respect” instead of negative terms such as “intolerance”.

Development in poor countries also suffers from negative terms of international trade and investment.

We believe that it is unfair to describe the humanitarian programme in solely negative terms.

Accountability cannot be thought of in negative terms; it is an integral part of management and command.

Although article 27 is expressed in negative terms, that article, nevertheless, does recognize the existence of a “right” and requires that it shall not be denied.

(a) Adopt a comprehensive policy for children with disabilities that includes, inter alia, deletion of all negative terms relating to children with disabilities from legislation, regulations and practice;

Although article 30 is expressed in negative terms, it nevertheless recognizes the existence of a “right” and requires that it “shall not be denied”.