forfeiture

[US]/ˈfɔːfɪtʃə(r)/
[UK]/ˈfɔːrfɪtʃər/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. loss of property; loss of right

Example Sentences

the forfeiture of one’s property

The company faced forfeiture of its assets due to non-payment of taxes.

The court ordered the forfeiture of the defendant's property as part of the sentence.

Failure to comply with the terms of the contract may result in forfeiture of the deposit.

The athlete was disqualified and faced forfeiture of his medal.

The landlord threatened forfeiture of the lease if the rent was not paid on time.

The bank may initiate forfeiture proceedings if the loan is not repaid according to the agreement.

The court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, resulting in the forfeiture of the defendant's assets.

Forfeiture of the prize was a consequence of the contestant's violation of the competition rules.

The criminal's assets were subject to forfeiture as part of the penalty for the crime.

The contract included a clause outlining the conditions for forfeiture of the security deposit.

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