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as in understood
to have a clear idea of
a critic with a sharp intellect that is able to seize the most subtle nuances of a work of art
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as in arrested
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
seized the leaders of one of the city's major drug rings
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as in grabbed
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
seized the escaping balloon just before it got out of reach
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as in confiscated
to take or make use of under a guise of authority but without actual right
Richard III seized the English throne from his brother Edward in 1483
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Recent Examples of seized
Agents also seized about $80,000 in cash, six firearms and additional quantities of narcotics during arrests carried out Thursday morning.
—
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Government agencies commonly seized land from Black and Latino property owners to expand cities and build infrastructure.
—Ara Rosenthal, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
Archrival Burger King seized on the moment immediately, posting a 13-second video of its president, Tom Curtis, taking a large bite of a Whopper.
—Rachel Ventresca, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Beattie said that at conservative estimates of $14,000 to $15,000 for a kilogram of cocaine would have placed the value of the multiple 13-kilogram packages seized during the investigation at $185,000 each.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
The Tommies seized control of the contest by opening the second half on an 8-2 run and held South Dakota State at arm’s length through the remainder of the contest.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
In the garage, the agents found and seized a commercial copy machine, paper cutting equipment and a book binder.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
Investigators seized two packages that were mailed by a member of the organization from a post office in West Hartford to addresses in southern California.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
And Wall Street seized the opportunity to make some money.
—Vito Emanuel, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Teresa Liu, Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026
Government agencies commonly seized land from Black and Latino property owners to expand cities and build infrastructure.
—Ara Rosenthal, Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2026
Archrival Burger King seized on the moment immediately, posting a 13-second video of its president, Tom Curtis, taking a large bite of a Whopper.
—Rachel Ventresca, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
Beattie said that at conservative estimates of $14,000 to $15,000 for a kilogram of cocaine would have placed the value of the multiple 13-kilogram packages seized during the investigation at $185,000 each.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 6 Mar. 2026
The Tommies seized control of the contest by opening the second half on an 8-2 run and held South Dakota State at arm’s length through the remainder of the contest.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 6 Mar. 2026
In the garage, the agents found and seized a commercial copy machine, paper cutting equipment and a book binder.
—Emerson Clarridge
updated March 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Mar. 2026
Investigators seized two packages that were mailed by a member of the organization from a post office in West Hartford to addresses in southern California.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
And Wall Street seized the opportunity to make some money.
—Vito Emanuel, NPR, 5 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seized
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However, the country is understood to have large stockpiles and may be capable of producing hundreds more each week, military experts reportedly told The National newspaper.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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The exact mechanism behind these skeletal changes isn’t fully understood.—
Jennifer Byrne,
Popular Science,
5 Mar. 2026
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Between February 27 and March 2, the investigators found and arrested four suspects.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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Three people were arrested, and an investigation is underway, Tisch said.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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After scoring over Denver center Nikola Jokic in the fourth quarter, James fell to the court and immediately grabbed his left elbow.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Based on court records, witness testimony and interviews with law enforcement, it’s believed that Sarah Wondra, along with one of the roommates, grabbed Michael and brought him back to the Wondras’ house.—
Alex Brizee
March 5,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Of the 700 firearms confiscated in crimes in Erie since 2023, Lorah estimated 70% were probably involved in the drug trade.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Hospitals had confiscated the peroxide.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Special Assistant Attorney General Matthew Meyer asked whether Husted knew Laurel Dawson, DeWine's then-chief of staff, and her husband, Mike Dawson.—
JULIE CARR SMYTH THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
12 Mar. 2026
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No one knew at the time the A’s would lock up two more players the next year.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The mass arrests have swelled detention centers and set ICE off on a national chase for space to warehouse those who have been apprehended.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The mass arrests have swelled detention centers, and set ICE off on a national chase for space to warehouse those who have been apprehended.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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In 93 career games, Lazard has caught 239 passes for 3,147 yards and 28 touchdowns.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Acuna walked on five pitches to lead off the inning and then stole second.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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The lawsuit by Zabel claims Sánchez stole her idea for a children’s book.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Seized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seized. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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