eviction
noun
the act of forcing a tenant, or sometimes a squatter, to vacate a property (often used attributively).
evictions
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pluralof eviction.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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These evictions crushed their belongings and their humanity.
From Slate ● Jun. 27, 2026
Raman, who represents an affluent Hollywood Hills district, led the effort to reduce evictions, capping rent increases at 4% for apartments built before October 1978.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
The new legislation will restrict landlords to a handful of legal reasons for evictions, including wanting to move back in, anti-social behaviour by tenants or persistent rent arrears.
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
By helping people keep their Medicaid coverage, connecting them to benefits, eliminating their medical debt and helping prevent evictions, we’re not just talking about putting more money into people’s pockets.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 23, 2026
After several weeks, residents trusted Alston enough to whisper complaints about unfair treatment, high rents, and summary evictions.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
