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trespass

[tres-puhs, -pas] / ˈtrɛs pəs, -pæs /




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Its goal was to limit state tort claims, like assault and trespass, against federal officials acting under federal authority.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

A jury last year took their side, awarding more than $660 million in damages across three Greenpeace entities, citing charges including trespass, nuisance, conspiracy and deprivation of property access.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

In that case, the suspect was arrested on suspicion of trespass.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

The man who removed a flag from the embassy's roof was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage, trespass on diplomatic property and assaulting police, the Metropolitan Police said.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

“And I would prefer not to do so in the open. We shall trespass upon your aunt and uncle’s hospitality only a little longer.”

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling




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