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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
Still, authorities carried out raids and seizures.
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María Verza, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
Neuromodulation is necessary for keeping the brain’s activity level in a functional range, preventing it from either flatlining or erupting in seizures.
—Ingrid Wickelgren, Quanta Magazine, 30 Jan. 2026
The Rosens were told that Susannah probably would not be able to walk and would likely suffer from seizures.
—Leanne Miller, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Medical records failed to confirm earlier claims that Lea had a history of seizures and did not take her medication before the crash, and a final NTSB report found no indication of a sudden medical event.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Serious complications can range from liver damage (sometimes necessitating a liver transplant) and seizures to death, according to health officials.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
The virus can lead to severe symptoms, including disorientation, drowsiness, seizures or encephalitis, which is inflammation of the brain.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 29 Jan. 2026
Although Monroe and Zeus bonded quickly, the first year was difficult because Zeus' seizures increased in frequency, at times leaving him lethargic, often unable to eat or keep his medicine down.
—Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
At the same time, protections against unreasonable searches and seizures must be honored; law enforcement should not bypass judicial oversight when entering private homes or conducting operations.
—Eric Balliet, Denver Post, 28 Jan. 2026
María Verza, Fortune, 31 Jan. 2026
Neuromodulation is necessary for keeping the brain’s activity level in a functional range, preventing it from either flatlining or erupting in seizures.
—Ingrid Wickelgren, Quanta Magazine, 30 Jan. 2026
The Rosens were told that Susannah probably would not be able to walk and would likely suffer from seizures.
—Leanne Miller, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
Medical records failed to confirm earlier claims that Lea had a history of seizures and did not take her medication before the crash, and a final NTSB report found no indication of a sudden medical event.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 30 Jan. 2026
Serious complications can range from liver damage (sometimes necessitating a liver transplant) and seizures to death, according to health officials.
—Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026
The virus can lead to severe symptoms, including disorientation, drowsiness, seizures or encephalitis, which is inflammation of the brain.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 29 Jan. 2026
Although Monroe and Zeus bonded quickly, the first year was difficult because Zeus' seizures increased in frequency, at times leaving him lethargic, often unable to eat or keep his medicine down.
—Jack Perry, The Providence Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
At the same time, protections against unreasonable searches and seizures must be honored; law enforcement should not bypass judicial oversight when entering private homes or conducting operations.
—Eric Balliet, Denver Post, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seizures
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While stocks and bitcoin were lower, gold and silver surged higher, extending recent bouts of volatility.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
3 Feb. 2026
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Because her nutrition is inadequate, Kordia frequently experiences bouts of nausea and dizziness.—
Rachel Royster
January 30,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Jan. 2026
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Aitken traces the building’s guiding spirit through downtown’s uncanonized cultural lineage — along Alameda Street and to venues like LACE and Al’s Bar — where artists merged music and film in loft takeovers and avant-garde installations.—
Will Fenstermaker,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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The disconnect between Netflix’s ambition and its stock performance stems from a clash between long-term strategy and short-term financial realities, according to two entertainment analysts and a corporate lawyer specialized in big takeovers.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Though attacks are not so frequent in Islamabad, Pakistan has seen a surge in militant violence in recent months, largely blamed on Baloch separatist groups and the Pakistani Taliban, known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, or TTP, which is a separate group, but allied with Afghanistan's Taliban.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Feb. 2026
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The overnight attacks follow a recent lull in strikes on energy infrastructure by both sides, which was proposed by the US.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Under the current appropriations, a full statewide implementation was not feasible.—
Raynee Howell,
Oklahoma Watch,
9 Feb. 2026
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Though the study is underway now, it’s been in the works since Congress included the plan in appropriations legislation in 2022.—
Ian James,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2026
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In some cases, UNIFIL vehicles were damaged.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 Feb. 2026
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Still, Arenas said neglect cases in particular are challenging for social services agencies to handle.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
7 Feb. 2026
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In his two spells at Real Madrid, the most high-profile club in Europe, which has multiple newspapers dedicated to it, Zidane has spent entire seasons saying absolutely nothing of consequence whatsoever.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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The opposition dominates for spells but struggles to bypass his strong defence.—
Zak Garner-Purkis,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Seizures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seizures. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.
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