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expropriate |
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expropriate something (from someone or something) (for someone or something) to seize something from someone or something for someone or something. The government expropriated the land from the peasants for an airfield. They expropriated land for a highway. They expropriated land from the farmers. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Even then the mobs that attacked and despoiled Jews were often led by nobles and higher clergy who saw opportunities for expropriating property or evading repayment of debts to Jewish creditors. But a problem remains: Israel is demolishing Christians' homes and expropriating their land to give the Emmanuel Sisters access to their convent. CORRECTION: For liberals, being humane is to be adept at expropriating and redistributing other people's wealth. |
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