as in to confiscate
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Recent Examples of garnishee
State law allows the Oregon Department of Revenue to garnishee the teen's bank accounts or paychecks.
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Fox News, 17 May 2018
Benton's Oregon Public Employees Retirement System benefits can't be garnisheed in this case because Higbee Benton, 54, was killed before the 2013 statue that allows the funds to be seized, Savage said.
—Everton Bailey Jr., OregonLive.com, 20 July 2017
Fox News, 17 May 2018
Benton's Oregon Public Employees Retirement System benefits can't be garnisheed in this case because Higbee Benton, 54, was killed before the 2013 statue that allows the funds to be seized, Savage said.
—Everton Bailey Jr., OregonLive.com, 20 July 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for garnishee
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Prison staff shall confiscate all free-of-charge social accommodations currently in use.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Mar. 2026
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Desert Diamond Arena may confiscate items that could cause danger or disruption or are in breach of building policies.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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The super soft fleece material and cushioning provide ultimate comfort, and it can be attached to your luggage.—
Kristin Braswell,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Vines growing against wood siding can contribute to rot, so plant vines along a fence, mailbox, trellis, or wire that isn't attached to your house.—
Zoe Gowen,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Garnishee.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/garnishee. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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