seize
Example Sentences
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With them gone, Zverev knew he had to seize his opportunity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Human rights activist, Luciana Kokaj, 31, explained that she owned a property in northern Albania that a "major investor" tried to seize with forged property titles.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
In late May, the 77th Street gang squad was temporarily disbanded amid an internal investigation into misconduct that was allegedly driven by a push to seize illegal firearms.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
The ability to freeze, seize and confiscate money and assets derived from illegal activities is rooted in the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
Matthias dodged, wriggled and ran free, tripping a rat who was about to seize Mr. Vole.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
Vocabulary lists containing seize
"All Summer in a Day" by Ray Bradbury
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