possession
Example Sentences
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They had come running in, without any thought to securing the plane or their possessions.
From Literature
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The duels I spoke about earlier were a big part of that - suddenly the Spurs players were anticipating second balls and winning knockdowns, and winning possession high up the pitch.
From BBC
Jackie Robinson: “The most luxurious possession, the richest treasure anybody has, is his personal dignity.”
From Los Angeles Times
If the teams’ last meeting is any indication, Sunday’s game at Pauley Pavilion could be decided on the final possession.
From Los Angeles Times
Aristotle insisted that material possession should properly be limited to the amount required to participate in a self-sufficient community.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.