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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

expropriating

/ɛksˈprɔprieɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does expropriating mean?

verb

To take or seize the property of (another person or organization) without permission or compensation, typically by the state or a government.

Example

"The government was accused of expropriating land from farmers to build a new highway."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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