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
Wilk also pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and has been sentenced.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
While the robot possesses a 360-degree sensor suite (LiDAR and HD cameras) for autonomous navigation, on-site reports noted that the CES floor performances were partially human-controlled using a dedicated remote to ensure safety in the crowded booth.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
Sources said Padrino López, who received training in Russia and is viewed as possessing sensitive institutional knowledge, may be quietly extracted by Moscow.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
After pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess and distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine in 2022, the rap artist received a six-year prison sentence in May 2023.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2026
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 9 Jan. 2026
While the robot possesses a 360-degree sensor suite (LiDAR and HD cameras) for autonomous navigation, on-site reports noted that the CES floor performances were partially human-controlled using a dedicated remote to ensure safety in the crowded booth.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
Sources said Padrino López, who received training in Russia and is viewed as possessing sensitive institutional knowledge, may be quietly extracted by Moscow.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 8 Jan. 2026
After pleading guilty to one count of conspiracy to possess and distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine in 2022, the rap artist received a six-year prison sentence in May 2023.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for possess
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Boston's David Pastrnak had an assist on Lindholm's goal to extend his scoring streak to four games, with four goals and four assists in that span.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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While past studies have shown that dairy products may have a protective effect against dementia, how specific dairy products affect cognitive health remains unclear.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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Each application will be reviewed individually, giving regulators greater flexibility while retaining tight oversight.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Jan. 2026
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Leadership also noted that, despite the legal friction, a majority of members voted to retain the current board during a separate special meeting.—
Chase Jordan
January 13,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Jan. 2026
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Now, the castle is owned by the McTaggart family, who bought it in the early '80s.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
15 Jan. 2026
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For proof, consider that Mars now owns the record for the largest single-day ticket sales in Live Nation North American tour history (according to Live Nation).—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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Ball enjoys every second of their interactions, too.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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The winner will get to enjoy Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California, with a full official Super Bowl Experience, including round-trip airfare, three-night hotel accommodations, plus a $1,000 gift card for expenses.—
Janay Reece,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Possess.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/possess. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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