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warranty deed:

a type of deed where the grantor (seller) guarantees that he or she holds clear title to a piece of real estate, free and clear of all liens and encumbrances, and has a right to sell it to the grantee (buyer). The grantor further agrees to unconditionally protect the grantee from any claims against the title of the property.

widow:

a woman whose husband has died; particularly one who has not yet remarried. Latin: relicta or vidua.

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