Sentences

distrain in a sentence

v. t.

Definition

DISTRAIN: To seize someone's property to compel payment of a debt or obligation.

Sample Sentences

  1. The landlord decided to distrain the tenant's belongings after months of unpaid rent.
  2. In many jurisdictions, the process of distress allows creditors to distrain property to recover debts.
  3. The sheriff arrived to distrain the equipment, ensuring the legal procedures were strictly followed.
  4. After the company defaulted on its loan, the bank was forced to distrain several of its assets.
  5. To prevent further losses, the business owner negotiated with creditors to avoid having to distrain any property.
  6. The landlord had the right to distrain the tenant's belongings for unpaid rent.
  7. After several missed payments, the company decided to distrain the equipment used by the contractor.
  8. The court issued an order allowing the creditor to distrain the debtor's assets.
  9. She was shocked to find that they could legally distrain her car over the outstanding loan.
  10. The process of distraint can vary significantly depending on local laws and regulations.

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