distracting

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And he heareth that the devils are distraining on the hermit's soul, and that judgment will presently be given in their favour, whereof make they great joy.

From The High History of the Holy Graal by Evans, Sebastian

When his goods were seized, he retaliated by taking out the two front windows and placing therein two effigies—one of a bishop, and the other of a distraining officer.

From Life and Character of Richard Carlile by Holyoake, George Jacob

The water-companies, as well as gas-companies, have the power of cutting off the supply; and most of them have also the right of distraining, in the same manner as landlords have for rent.

From The Book of Household Management by Beeton, Mrs. (Isabella Mary)

I'll go on distraining, and I'll advertise, and I'll cant, and I'll sell the distress at the end of the eight days.

From Tales and Novels — Volume 08 by Edgeworth, Maria

Therefore Mr. Granger, fortified by a judgment duly obtained, had announced his intention of distraining upon Jones's hay and cattle.

From Beatrice by Haggard, Henry Rider