seize

Example Sentences

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The Belgian defence ministry said the seized tanker was on the European Union's sanctions list.

From Barron's

The intention was to create a bit of breathing room, as Democrats need a gain of just three seats to seize control of the House.

From Los Angeles Times

Geopolitical strategists are closely monitoring Beijing’s reaction to the attack on its ally just months after the U.S. seized Venezuela’s leader Nicolás Maduro, one of China’s closest allies in Latin America.

From Barron's

“Now is the time to seize control of your destiny,” he said.

From MarketWatch

“Now is the time to seize control of your destiny,” he said.

From MarketWatch