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Lien

usgb/ˈliːən/Volume
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Legal Term

Used mainly in legal or financial contexts to discuss rights over property.

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Her lawyer mentioned the lien placed on her estate.
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Property Connection

Often tied to property like houses or cars, indicating a financial claim.

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There's an outstanding property lien against my neighbor's house.
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Debt Related

Implies a debt that must be paid before the property is truly owned.

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I can't sell my car due to the lien from the bank.
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