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eviction

[ih-vik-shuhn] / ɪˈvɪk ʃən /


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Furthermore, South Africa's Prevention of Illegal Eviction Act means that every eviction has to come with a court order meaning that attempts to move people can get snarled up in the legal system.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

Eviction is a particular risk with unlicensed HMOs, says Roz Spencer from Safer Renting, which helps tenants in disputes with landlords.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

Eviction protection applies only if the sole reason for eviction is nonpayment of rent.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2024

The nonprofit Eviction Defense Network launched a “Tenant Empowerment Program,” for tenants who can’t get a lawyer.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2023

“You have your reward for the services you rendered. You have emerged from confinement. Eviction from this preserve is the consequence of prior indiscretions.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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