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Sump
Sump
A reservoir that collects and holds water or some other liquid, which is subsequently disposed of by using a pump.
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Subterranean termites
A type of termite that nests underground.
Successors
Those who succeed to or to whom the corporation's rights in the property are transferred.
Suit for possession
A court suit initiated by a landlord to evict a tenant from leased premises after the tenant has breached one of the terms of the lease or has held possession of the property after the lease's expiration.
Suit for specific performance
If a seller breaches a real estate contract, the buyer may sue for specific performance. The buyer asks the court to force the seller to go through with the sale and convey the property as previously agreed.
Suit to quiet title
A court action intended to establish or settle the title to a particular property, especially when there is a cloud on the title.
Sump
Sump pump
A pump that moves water from a basement sump pit.
Superfund
Popular name of the hazardous waste cleanup fund established by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) as amended by the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA).
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA)
An amendatory statute that contains stronger cleanup standards for contaminated sites, increased funding for Superfund and clarifications of lender liability and innocent landowner immunity.
Supply
The amount of goods available in the market to be sold at a given price.
Surety
One who voluntarily binds himself to be obligated for the debt or obligation of another.
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