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[fahyl] / faɪl /






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If they aren’t paid by the contractor, subcontractors have the right to file a lien, or legal claim against your home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

For the cases that the court agrees to consider, the parties to that case file briefs – written legal arguments – with the Supreme Court.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

The FWC said the owner of Sloth World has a permit for wildlife on file.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

He had to decide whether or not to file a homeowners insurance claim.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

“Reuben Montgomery’s father is a naval engineer,” Theo says, reading from the first file open in front of him.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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