public property

noun

: something owned by the city, town, or state

The library books are public property.

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Since 2008, the City of Hialeah Educational Academy, affiliated with the large charter school network Academica, has expanded its footprint on public property, transforming parts of Slade Park into classrooms. —

Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2025 Following a 10-day manhunt, he was found dead on public property in Minneapolis. —

Forum News Service, Twin Cities, 5 Jan. 2025 Lighting fireworks on public property — including sidewalks, schools, and churches — or another person’s property without permission is punishable by a fine of up to $500. —

Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 25 Dec. 2024 No deaths or major injuries were reported, but the storm did result in damage to private and public property. —

Lynn Kutter, arkansasonline.com, 25 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for public property

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