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5 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 court ruled that it was legal to expropriate the historic building for the public's benefit.
The government expropriates private land for public parks.
Wealthy investors have been expropriating prime real estate in the city.
The company sought to expropriate the patents of its competitor through legal means.

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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