take possession
Example Sentences
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The 79-year-old, a well-known fast food fan, emerged from the heart of the White House to take possession of two bags of burgers from a DoorDash employee.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
They can be seen as a convenient way to trade precious metals as investors do not have to take possession of physical bullion.
From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025
He is confusing occupancy with ownership, and exploiting this woman’s absence to take possession of this house.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025
She said the U.S. would take possession of the oil on the ship—estimated at 1.85 million barrels—after a legal process.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025
When he saw the coffin’s absence, his back straightened and, saying something impossible for Pinmei to hear, took hold of Lady Meng’s arm as if to take possession of her.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
