Verb
To fall or rush upon suddenly and lay hold of; to gripe or grasp suddenly; to reach and grasp.
To take possession of by force.
To invade suddenly; to take sudden hold of; to come upon suddenly; as, a fever seizes a patient.
To take possession of by virtue of a warrant or other legal authority; as, the sheriff seized the debtor's goods.
To fasten; to fix.
To grap with the mind; to comprehend fully and distinctly; as, to seize an idea.
To bind or fasten together with a lashing of small stuff, as yarn or marline; as, to seize ropes.
Source: Webster's dictionarythe invaders seized the land and property of the inhabitants Source: Internet
The army seized the town Source: Internet
The militia captured the castle Source: Internet
He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town Source: Internet
he usurped my rights Source: Internet
She seized control of the throne after her husband died Source: Internet