possessing

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Matt's legacy in football will be as a trailblazing coach who delivered charming and funny interviews, as well as possessing a terrific ability to uncover and nurture young talent.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

In that matter, Keenan was prosecuting a felon for illegally possessing a handgun.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Dimona hosts what is widely believed to be the Middle East's only nuclear arsenal, although Israel has never admitted to possessing nuclear weapons, insisting the site is for research.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

The National Defense Strategy includes provisions for maintaining a resource-sustainable approach to countering Islamic terrorists with focused capability on organizations possessing both the intent and ability to strike the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

In the darkness of the room she listened to her even breathing and knew right then and there that it didn’t matter what Clara’s reasons were for possessing Penelope.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland