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as in bouts
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
an epileptic seizure
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as in takeovers
the unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority
secret intrigues with the czar's ministers that culminated in the czarina's seizure of the throne
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Recent Examples of seizures
Early symptoms include headache, fever and nausea, before progressing to confusion, coma and seizures.
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Drew Pittock, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Preeclampsia can impair kidney and liver function, cause blood clotting problems, fluid in the lungs, seizures, and, in severe forms or when left untreated, result in maternal and infant death.
—Tina Sturdevant, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Those are slow growing tumors that give symptoms of headaches that won't go away, seizures, and neurological issues.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 9 May 2026
In 2021, methamphetamine accounted for nearly three-quarters of drug seizures by the Los Angeles High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program, according to the most recent data from the county public health department.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Kim, 42, said she's devastated for her daughter and upset that her seizures were initially brushed off before the cardiac arrest occurred.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Amari has epilepsy and is prone to seizures, according to Today.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
That certification does not mention mines specifically and is intended to protect against the entire spectrum of threats, including missile and drone attacks or seizures, Mortimer said.
—Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
In countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, the push to develop local mineral value chains has taken the tone of negotiating higher equity stakes in mining projects for the government, accompanied by threats of seizures and hostile takeovers.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Drew Pittock, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Preeclampsia can impair kidney and liver function, cause blood clotting problems, fluid in the lungs, seizures, and, in severe forms or when left untreated, result in maternal and infant death.
—Tina Sturdevant, New York Times, 10 May 2026
Those are slow growing tumors that give symptoms of headaches that won't go away, seizures, and neurological issues.
—Chris Hoffman, CBS News, 9 May 2026
In 2021, methamphetamine accounted for nearly three-quarters of drug seizures by the Los Angeles High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area program, according to the most recent data from the county public health department.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2026
Kim, 42, said she's devastated for her daughter and upset that her seizures were initially brushed off before the cardiac arrest occurred.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
Amari has epilepsy and is prone to seizures, according to Today.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
That certification does not mention mines specifically and is intended to protect against the entire spectrum of threats, including missile and drone attacks or seizures, Mortimer said.
—Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
In countries like Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, the push to develop local mineral value chains has taken the tone of negotiating higher equity stakes in mining projects for the government, accompanied by threats of seizures and hostile takeovers.
—Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seizures
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Southern summers can be unforgiving, with unexpected storms followed by bouts of humidity.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
12 May 2026
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JPMorgan cautioned that markets appeared technically stretched after the sharp rally and that bouts of consolidation were likely.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
11 May 2026
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The initiative has been highly anticipated, as many residents across Detroit have been looking for solutions to issues like teen takeovers downtown.—
Hannah McIlree,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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In Detroit, Mayor Mary Sheffield invited the organizers of a pair of teen takeovers to her office.—
Theara Coleman,
TheWeek,
11 May 2026
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At the most recent debate, hosted by NBC4 and Telemundo 52 on May 6, the seven candidates again clashed over housing and immigration, while Becerra and Steyer faced fierce attacks from both sides of the political spectrum, The Los Angeles Times reported.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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As the United States has escalated its attacks on Iran, there’s something pleasingly transgressive about bringing Iranian elements into such overtly Western music—so much so that the songs without Yaghmai’s playing seem a little subdued in comparison.—
Molly Mary O’Brien,
Pitchfork,
15 May 2026
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The state Assembly’s appropriations committee is set to consider the bill Thursday.—
Felicia Mello,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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If Republicans maintain control of the House, our first priority should be accountability and oversight of this administration through whatever means necessary — leveraging the appropriations process, wielding subpoena power, working with outside partners to file lawsuits and more.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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At least three people have died from the rare virus’s recent outbreak, marking a total of 11 cases as of May 13, according to the World Health Organization.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2026
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The laws, which her party backed in recent years, eliminated preliminary detention in certain cases and raised the threshold for seizing criminal assets.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2026
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Tottenham worked hard on Monday and dominated long spells.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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Dry spells drive animals out of their usual habitats in search of food and water.—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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“Seizures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seizures. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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