The words of a will are to receive an interpretation which will give to every expression some effect, rather than one which will render any of the expressions inoperative; and of two modes of interpreting a will, that is to be preferred which will prevent a total intestacy.

SOURCE: Probate Code of Guam (1970), § 102.

§ 607. Explanation of Ambiguities and Doubts; Wills to be
Construed as a Whole; Construction of Irreconcilable Parts.

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CH. 6 INTERPRETATION OF WILLS

Where the meaning of any part of a will is ambiguous or doubtful, it may be explained by any reference thereto, or recital thereof, in another part of the will. All the parts of a will are to be construed in relation to each other, and so as, if possible, to form one consistent whole; but where several parts are absolutely irreconcilable, the latter must prevail.

SOURCE: Probate Code of Guam (1970), § 103.