possessive

Example Sentences

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With her husband so frequently absent, child-rearing fell almost entirely to Frances, who proved a loving but possessive mother.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

Laundrie objected, saying he felt "neglected" and eventually became possessive.

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2025

The inquest has also heard that Gunner Beck received thousands of messages from another senior colleague, Bombardier Ryan Mason, whom she described as being "psychotic and possessive".

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2025

And I know you’ve talked about it and you’ve shared that you understand as a writer being possessive of your work.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2024

For many of us, this one is the Gordian knot of possessive puzzles.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner