takings
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But average spending per traveller declined and cinema box office takings fell sharply, suggesting households remain selective about parting with money.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
Tourists from around the world are now flooding back: 4.8 million visitors arrived in 2024, boosting the coffers of the basilica, which relies on the takings as well as private donations.
From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026
The Fifth Amendment’s takings clause makes such property destruction unconstitutional.
From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026
Some courts of appeals have dismissed takings claims against state and local police on the theory that the takings clause only applies when government takes title to land.
From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026
At midnight it was his job to report to Patterson and hand over the takings of the evening.
From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers
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