deed

Example Sentences

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To return to the historical evidence, the weakening of political and economic institutions is usually enough for the evil deed to be done.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

At one point, he identifies a lost deed, by which Abdulmejid transferred the caliphate to the nizam’s family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

If the surviving spouse is living in the home but doesn’t actually own it, the life-estate deed or prenup needs to clearly reflect who owns the property.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026

Physically, England were slow in terms of both thought and deed.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

She referred softly to the fact that her uncles had long ago stolen the deed to the estate.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri