forcible entry
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forcible entries
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“They have the same basic elements, that is the use of legal force by the state, the forcible entry, the hostile action and the surprise nature of it, and the search for illegality,” he said.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 10, 2022
Illinois cases on landlord and tenant and forcible entry and detainer. © 16Nov35; A88613.
From U.S. Copyright Renewals, 1963 January - June by Library of Congress. Copyright Office
She hoped Aunt Susan was not listening, and would not make a forcible entry into the room.
From The Butterfly House by Paul Julian Meylan
Within ten days came Master Ford himself, at the head of ten fellows, armed with such powers of forcible entry as the Sheriff could grant.
From Robin Hood by N. C. (Newell Convers) Wyeth
"On the other hand, I've a mind to arrest you for the forcible entry of this house."
From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Edward C. Taylor
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