seized

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Australia is seeking to counter Beijing's influence in the Solomon Islands and has seized the opportunity to rebuild ties after Wale was elected prime minister last month pledging change.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Bass has seized on Raman’s lack of support in City Hall to critique her coalition-building skills.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Israel previously seized the site during the 1982 Lebanon war before withdrawing from it in 2000.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Police opened an investigation into the case and seized the vehicle.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

When the Wright brothers made their famous first powered flight on December 17, 1903, aviation fever seized the world.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein