confiscation

Example Sentences

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She was however ordered to pay back 12.85 million won in cash and the court also ordered the confiscation of the diamond necklace.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

The track also said the confiscation was done without a warrant or warning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2026

“It is in reality an uncompensated confiscation of property,” he wrote.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 10, 2026

Opponents say it is an unfair confiscation of wealth that will drive talent from the state.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

It was understandable; he risked the confiscation of his property by sheltering us.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin