impounded
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England's decision to ship their own food to Mexico, some of which was impounded - although the fish fingers made it through - offended the locals, who pride themselves on their hospitality.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
In deeper reservoirs, however, it helped reduce deoxygenation in the impounded area.
From Science Daily ● May 17, 2026
Owner Sinoguards Marine Security said Iranian authorities impounded the ship Thursday, the same day President Trump held a summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 16, 2026
During the city’s crackdown, 29 people were referred to a Huntington Beach Police Department e-bike-rider education program, 55 warnings were issued, and one vehicle was impounded, according to the department.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026
He took me in, and the car was impounded.
From "Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood" by Trevor Noah
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