lodged
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of lodged
First recorded in 1570–80; lodge + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described the visit as unacceptable and officials lodged protests with Russia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
The court heard that the Public Prosecution Service will be applying to amend dates on paperwork which they had lodged.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
After Friday’s plea, his legal team lodged formal arguments that the state proceedings can’t go forward because it would amount to an impermissible second prosecution for the same conduct.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
But Khan’s plans began to fall apart in late June when national animal advocacy organization Animal Outlook lodged allegations with the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
A porcupine quill had lodged in the roof of J.W.’s mouth.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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