Foreclosing Meaning in English
word · lemma: foreclose
Definition
To legally take possession of someone’s property, especially a home, because they have failed to pay back money borrowed with it as security.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily used in legal, financial, and real estate contexts. 'Foreclosing on a home' is the most common phrase. The process is formal and usually only used in reference to lenders (such as banks), not individuals. Often confused with 'repossess', but 'foreclose' specifically applies to property with a mortgage.
Example Sentences
The bank is foreclosing on their house because they missed too many payments.
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They are foreclosing due to unpaid mortgage debts.
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The company is foreclosing on several buildings this year.
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The bank ended up foreclosing after giving them three extension periods.
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She was heartbroken to find out the bank was foreclosing on her childhood home.
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With the economy struggling, more banks are foreclosing than ever before.
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