seized

Example Sentences

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To watch peak Alcaraz is to be seized with the feeling that tennis has never been executed like this before—this charismatic cocktail of high performance, speed, endurance, power and joy.

From The Wall Street Journal

Israeli forces seized control of the crossing in May 2024 during the war with Hamas, and it has remained largely closed since.

From Barron's

Before being seized by Israel in 2024, the crossing was the main exit point for Palestinians allowed to leave during the conflict and a key entry point for humanitarian aid.

From BBC

Niger's military government has seized control of the country's main uranium mine from the longstanding French operator, Orano, and is now lining up Russia as its new partner in the sector.

From BBC

But I’m less interested in debunking this manufactured news moment — or collective act of wish-casting, or whatever it is — than in exploring why it has seized many people’s attention around the world.

From Salon