eminent
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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
While it’s usually applied when the federal government exercises eminent domain and takes title to land, the takings clause also covers the government’s outright destruction of personal property.
From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026
Mr. Grantham quotes the eminent economist’s advice to professional investors who, unwisely, would break step with the herd to test new and unconventional ideas.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026
During research for a book on my own PTSD, I remember a conversation with one of Britain's most eminent experts in the field, Prof Simon Wessely, former president of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025
Soon she became a valued member of the team, often chosen to explain the work to Riverbank’s eminent guests.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
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