private property
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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“On private property it’s a different story — except for protected species,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
This is the first time a Canadian court has recognized Aboriginal title as having priority over fee-simple private property.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
He got lost and wandered onto private property.
From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026
The attempt was stopped by the restaurant's manager, who said they were trespassing on private property.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
The whole country is a prince’s private property.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
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