Pronunciation: /ˈɛmɪnənt ˈdoʊˌmeɪn/
noun a right of a government or its agent to expropriate private property for public use, with payment of compensation
A1 Eminent domain is a legal process that allows the government to take private property for public use.
A2 In some countries, eminent domain is also known as compulsory purchase or expropriation.
B1 The issue of eminent domain can be controversial as it involves balancing the rights of property owners with the needs of the community.
B2 Eminent domain is often used for infrastructure projects such as building roads, bridges, and public facilities.
C1 The Supreme Court has ruled on several cases involving eminent domain, setting precedent for how it can be used.
C2 Property owners can challenge eminent domain actions in court to protect their rights and seek fair compensation for their land.
formal The government used eminent domain to acquire the land needed for the new highway project.
informal They're talking about using eminent domain to take over that empty lot.
slang They're gonna pull the eminent domain card to grab that property.
figurative In the world of business, sometimes taking risks is like exercising eminent domain over your comfort zone.
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