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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Expropriate' in a Sentence

"To take possession of, especially for public use, using the right of eminent domain, thereby stripping the private owner of their title." more

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By the end of the year, the government will have been expropriating vast tracts of land for the new infrastructure project.
The government decided to expropriate several properties to build a new highway.

Expropriate

eks-proh-pree-eyt
verbTo take possession of, especially for public use, using the right of eminent domain, thereby stripping the private owner of their title.

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Last Updated On: July 3, 2024
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