eminent domain
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Part of that land is now the target of an eminent domain proceeding to make room for a huge transmission tower.
From Barron's ● Oct. 19, 2026
He added that it was too early to say how the Fisher Island parties will proceed with their lawsuit trying to block eminent domain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 5, 2026
Landowners in communities adjacent to the park are still gearing up to face eminent domain challenges from the federal government.
From Salon ● May 25, 2026
The Santa Monica City Council agreed earlier this week to pay a settlement to the family of a Black entrepreneur whose land the city acknowledged was unfairly taken through eminent domain during the 1950s.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 22, 2025
It may be added that if the performance of a covenant is rendered impossible by an act of eminent domain the covenantor is excused.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 3 "Electrostatics" to "Engis" by Various
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word