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Definitions

seize

[seez] / siz /
VERB
grab, take
Synonyms
STRONGEST
catch snatch
STRONG
appropriate clasp clench clinch clutch compass embrace enclose enfold fasten grapple grasp grip pinch pluck snag squeeze
WEAK
catch hold of lay hands on lay hold of take hold of
Antonyms
STRONG
free give let go loose loosen reject release unfasten
WEAK
liberate offer
VERB
abduct; take by force
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ambush annex apprehend arrest capture catch commandeer confiscate force grab hijack impound kidnap occupy overrun take take over
STRONG
appropriate arrogate bag bust claw clutch conquer exact gain get grasp hook incorporate lift nab nail overcome overpower overwhelm pounce secure snag snare subdue throttle trap usurp wrench
WEAK
carry off spirit away take by storm take captive take possession of
Antonyms
STRONGEST
free give let go lose offer release surrender yield
STRONG
drop forfeit give in give up liberate

Example Sentences

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Behind the defense, no one has stepped up to seize the starting job in goal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

As Apple expands into the budget computer market, the company is also looking to seize share from its smartphone competitors during a period of memory crunch.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

A raid to seize the enriched uranium, in what Kavanagh speculates is an attempt to “embarrass” Iran into submission, the operation would face a slew of problems.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

This has prompted widespread speculation that either or both could be used to seize and hold Kharg.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

If he could catch it good and early, there might be a chance he could get back up to the castle, seize the Marauder’s Map, and find out what Malfoy was doing...

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling