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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
There is no cure or treatment for Benjamin's condition beyond medication to help control his seizures.
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Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Both contracts gained more than 7% last week as hopes of a peace deal that would end ship attacks and seizures around the Strait of Hormuz dimmed.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Everything from fainting and panic attacks to seizures and heart attacks.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Federal lawmakers had hoped to support farmers while satisfying advocates who believe the high levels of the nonintoxicating compound CBD in hemp help with seizures, pain and sleep.
—Christopher Osher, ProPublica, 15 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
Lead poisoning, meanwhile, can be difficult to detect, but even small amounts can cause health problems in children, including developmental delays, learning difficulties and seizures.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025
Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Both contracts gained more than 7% last week as hopes of a peace deal that would end ship attacks and seizures around the Strait of Hormuz dimmed.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 18 May 2026
Everything from fainting and panic attacks to seizures and heart attacks.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026
Federal lawmakers had hoped to support farmers while satisfying advocates who believe the high levels of the nonintoxicating compound CBD in hemp help with seizures, pain and sleep.
—Christopher Osher, ProPublica, 15 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
Lead poisoning, meanwhile, can be difficult to detect, but even small amounts can cause health problems in children, including developmental delays, learning difficulties and seizures.
—Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seizures
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Policymakers also tend to recalibrate portfolios during bouts of market stress, with some selling reflecting tactical concerns about rising inflation and falling bond values — a move into cash-like assets to ensure liquidity should intervention needs escalate, Neumann said.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
19 May 2026
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Holloway has never fought at welterweight, competing at featherweight and lightweight in all 36 of his career bouts.—
Mark Puleo,
New York Times,
17 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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Every block grant, procurement cycle and appropriations process is an opportunity to put that north star to work, yet most governments are leaving it on the table.—
Caroline Whistler,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Steube’s amendment to include in the military appropriations bill was rejected by a 333-to-80 vote of the entire House.—
Haris Alic,
The Washington Examiner,
15 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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His coaching career included spells with Lille — where he was named coach of the season — and PSG, before taking charge of Ivory Coast, Algeria, Japan and Morocco.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 May 2026
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There was no hot water for several spells last winter.—
Anne Kadet,
Curbed,
15 May 2026
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“Seizures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seizures. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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