SEIZING Synonyms: 169 Similar and Opposite Words

seizing

verb

present participle of seize

as in knowing

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 arresting

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 grabbing

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 confiscating

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 seizing Syrian authorities regularly boast of seizing weapons headed for Lebanon. —

Mick Krever, CNN Money, 6 June 2026 Survivors describe squeezing through treacherous tunnels and seizing a brief drop in water levels to walk out, as tearful scenes greeted their emergence and uncertainty lingers over the missing pair. —

Jintamas Saksornchai, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026 After seizing a 1-0 lead in the first inning, Liberty’s offense was relentless, adding two runs in the third and fourth innings. —

Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026 Hackers are seizing on the hype by spreading malware masquerading as early access to the upcoming game. —

Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for seizing

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While there are lash-growth serums, lengthening mascaras, and even professional lash extensions, knowing when and how to use each of these methods is what will actually make a difference.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 17 June 2026
In the face of not knowing what AI will mean or become, our storytelling mind has jumped in to create answers where there are only questions, known in what is unknown.

— Nancy Colier, Baltimore Sun, 17 June 2026