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condemn
verb(con-demn)
pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law
Synonyms: doom, sentence,
Examples:
He was condemned to ten years in prison.
condemn
verb(con-demn)
express strong disapproval of
Synonyms: decry, excoriate, objurgate, reprobate,
Examples:
We condemn the racism in South Africa.
condemn
verb(con-demn)
appropriate (property) for public use
Examples:
The county condemned the land to build a highway.
condemn
verb(con-demn)
compel or force into a particular state or activity
Examples:
His devotion to his sick wife condemned him to a lonely existence.
condemn
verb(con-demn)
declare or judge unfit for use or habitation
Examples:
The building was condemned by the inspector.
condemn
verb(con-demn)
demonstrate the guilt of (someone)
Examples:
Her strange behavior condemned her.

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