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seize

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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 dictionary

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the 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

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