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DISTRAINING

(verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Distraining.

Distraining - as a verb

Levy a distress on

Confiscate by distress

Legally take something in place of a debt payment

Distraining - as a noun

The act or process by which something is distrained.

Example Sentences

"The distraining of the goods was carried out by the authorities."
"The company faced legal action, including the distraining of their assets."
"The landlord initiated the process of distraining the tenant's property."
"The court issued an order for the distraining of the debtor's property."
"The act of distraining can cause significant financial hardship for the debtor."
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Word Game Points

Is DISTRAINING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distraining is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISTRAINING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is DISTRAINING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distraining is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISTRAINING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is DISTRAINING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distraining is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISTRAINING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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