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• present participle of seize.

seizing

American  

[see-zing] / ˈsi zɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that seizes.

2. Nautical. a means of binding or fastening together two objects, as two ropes, or parts of the same rope, by a number of longitudinal and transverse turns of marline, wire, or other small stuff.

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seizing British  

/ ˈsiːzɪŋ /

noun

1. nautical a binding used for holding together two ropes, two spars, etc, esp by lashing with a separate rope

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Etymology

Origin of seizing

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English; seize + -ing ¹

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Example Sentences

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seizing

Two people were arrested at addresses in London this morning on suspicion of fraud and immigration offences, with Home Office officers also seizing phones, jewellery and thousands of pounds in cash.

From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026

But Iran’s main goal and boast in this war, seizing the Strait, is being reversed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

Authorities said they searched a home and two commercial properties in Claremont and Upland, seizing hundreds of cats, including some that were malnourished.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026

Oil prices remained above the $100 threshold on Monday — and strategists recommend seizing the opportunity to buy stocks.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026

“We’ll sacrifice one of the prizes,” said Phineas, seizing the Iliad.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles

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