Example Sentences

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Rather, they are seizing employment opportunities that others spurn.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Occupant businesses are seizing the opportunity to become owners, especially in downtown Los Angeles, where glittering high-rises have plummeted in value since occupancy dropped during the pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“Markets are seizing with both hands any notion that this war will not intensify further and drag out longer and land the global economy in a ditch,” analysts at Piper Sandler said in a note.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

"They are seizing a second chance to enjoy life to the full," he added.

From BBC • Oct. 22, 2025

‘Don’t let us go any closer: ’tis at Warm’ell Cross where they are seizing ’em. 

From Wessex Tales by Hardy, Thomas