as in to have
to keep, control, or experience as one's own
she possesses a keen insight into people
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Recent Examples of possess
Ozzy sings the title track to the fifth Black Sabbath album like a man possessed but also a man with the presence of mind to nail those high notes.
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Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 27 July 2025
Marvel at Nocturnal Birdlife Across the United Kingdom The United Kingdom may not possess the towering megafauna found across Asia and Africa, but according to Adventure Tours UK Co-Founder Claire Copeman, there’s plenty of captivating wildlife to encounter across Great Britain during the night.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Newton possessed the speed to beat defenders, but had the strength of a fullback.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Pichardo pleaded guilty on April 3 to conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, 40 grams or more of fentanyl and quantities of cocaine, heroin, and other opioids, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2025
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Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 27 July 2025
Marvel at Nocturnal Birdlife Across the United Kingdom The United Kingdom may not possess the towering megafauna found across Asia and Africa, but according to Adventure Tours UK Co-Founder Claire Copeman, there’s plenty of captivating wildlife to encounter across Great Britain during the night.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
Newton possessed the speed to beat defenders, but had the strength of a fullback.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
Pichardo pleaded guilty on April 3 to conspiracy to distribute, and to possess with intent to distribute, 40 grams or more of fentanyl and quantities of cocaine, heroin, and other opioids, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possess
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McGann had his first appearance in court Friday and was ordered held without bond.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Texas House has 150 members, and at least 100 are needed to attend to reach a quorum.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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But his presidency was seen as a stop-gap, a way for Putin to side-step constitutional limits and retain power.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
3 Aug. 2025
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Tiffany Stratton retained the WWE Women’s Championship over Jade Cargill in a short, but flashy match.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Food Network champ/celeb chef Maneet Chauhan lives and owns a couple of restaurants here.—
Brad Schmitt,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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The pardon does not return the offender's right to own firearms.—
Jessie Opoien,
jsonline.com,
25 July 2025
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Travelers can enjoy Paris without overspending by timing trips for the off-season, booking early, and skipping touristy hotspots.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test your knowledge simultaneously.—
Sally Hoelscher,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
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“Possess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possess. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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