repossess Definition
to take back possession of something, especially property that has not been completely paid for.
Using repossess: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "repossess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The bank repossessed his car when he couldn't keep up with the payments.
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The landlord threatened to repossess the apartment if the rent wasn't paid on time.
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The company was forced to repossess the equipment due to non-payment.
repossess Synonyms and Antonyms
Summary: repossess in Brief
'Repossess' [ˌriːpəˈzɛs] means to take back possession of something, especially property that has not been completely paid for. It is often used in legal or financial contexts, such as when a bank takes back a car due to missed payments or a landlord threatens to repossess an apartment for unpaid rent.
