Special clauses are comprised in general ones.

Explanation

(English-origin maxim.) A specific clause that falls within the scope of a general provision does not limit or narrow the general clause — the special is understood as already included within the general.

Where this applies

• A statute grants 'all citizens the right to travel freely' and a later section specifies protections for air travel — the air-travel clause is already covered by the general right, not a limitation on it.
• An insurance policy covers 'all losses from natural disasters' and then specifically mentions hurricanes — the hurricane clause is included within the general coverage, not a carve-out.
• A lease gives the tenant the right to 'use all common areas' and then specifically mentions the parking lot — the parking-lot clause doesn't limit the tenant to only that area.