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7 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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The developer is expropriating waterfront property for a luxury condominium project.
After the legal battle, the state will have expropriated the waterfront property for public beach access.
The developers will be expropriating parcels for a residential housing project.
Developers have been expropriating waterfront properties for luxury condominiums.
The developers had been expropriating residential properties to construct a shopping mall.
The developer was expropriating old buildings for a new commercial project.
Wealthy investors have been expropriating prime real estate in the city.

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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