Example Sentences

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Who will seize the Six Nations stage and make a name for themselves over the next six weeks?

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

In besieged Kadugli, 56-year-old market trader Hamdan is desperate for a way out, "terrified" that the RSF will seize the city.

From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025

But it’s not likely the U.S. will seize the assets without agreement from other members of the Group of Seven nations and the European Union.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 24, 2024

She said that Ochoa has only paid $30,000 — and hopes that the government will seize his assets and auction them off as a way to repay her and some of the other alleged victims.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2024

In fact, they will seize every measure to defend the new prince so long as he is not neglectful of his duties.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli