Distrain and Impound

Distrain

Distrain verb - Confiscate by distress.
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Impound and distrain are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Impound" instead a verb "Distrain".

Nearby Words: distraint, distrainment, distraining

Impound

Impound verb - Take temporary possession of as a security, by legal authority.
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Distrain and impound are semantically related. You can use "Distrain" instead a verb "Impound".
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