Synonyms for lien
lin, ˈli ənlien

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1. liennoun

   the right to take another's property if an obligation is not discharged

   Synonyms:
   spleen

2. spleen, liennoun

   a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses

   Synonyms:
   spleen, quick temper, irascibility, short temper

Matched Categories

1. • Lymphatic Tissue
   • Security Interest

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1. liennoun

   Synonyms:
   legal claim

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1. liennoun

   Synonyms:
   incumbrance

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1. List of paraphrases for "lien":

   lian, lin, privilege, link, matthew, leanne, mathew

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1. Stanford Renas:

   Second-lien lenders are out there for the right price.

2. John Sirico:

   SunEdison was in great need for financing just months before bankruptcy, the second lien lenders had greater leverage.

3. Steve Rocco:

   There will probably be more distressed issuance in first and second lien so we may commit capital there if we see opportunities.

4. Chris Snow:

   It is difficult to assess whether the notice of default represents a splintering of the rumored agreements over the past several weeks, or if the holders are just preserving their rights to litigate in sync with the efforts currently underway by the second lien debt.

5. Chris Snow:

   I can't imagine the first-lien noteholders will budge on this.