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eviction

[ih-vik-shuhn] / ɪˈvɪk ʃən /


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Before the rules changed, Eve Williamson had to give up her American Bulldog, Khan, or face eviction from her home - despite having previously had a dog in the property.

From BBC Jul. 26, 2026

But he did have 10,000 books in a 600-square-foot studio; the letter stated that this was a fire hazard and delivered an ultimatum: Lose the books or risk eviction.

From Salon Jul. 23, 2026

“We are in love with our institution,” said Atul Dev, a retired army officer who is part of a group leading efforts to stave off eviction in the courts.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

The eviction crisis arose when federal officials announced last year that the $5-billion emergency voucher program approved by Congress in 2021 was running out of funds at the end of 2026.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 9, 2026

She called the welfare department to have the family’s public assistance cut off, and then reported the violation to the Housing Authority, starting the eviction process.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

These evictions crushed their belongings and their humanity.

From Slate Jun. 27, 2026

After failing to clear the encampment, the county pushed for evictions in the condominium and has filed for receivership.

From The Wall Street Journal May 1, 2026

Raman, who represents an affluent Hollywood Hills district, led the effort to reduce evictions, capping rent increases at 4% for apartments built before October 1978.

From Los Angeles Times May 1, 2026

The new legislation will restrict landlords to a handful of legal reasons for evictions, including wanting to move back in, anti-social behaviour by tenants or persistent rent arrears.

From BBC Apr. 27, 2026

After several weeks, residents trusted Alston enough to whisper complaints about unfair treatment, high rents, and summary evictions.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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