seize

verb
/siːz/

Meaning

To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.

Example Sentences

The police managed to seize the stolen goods.

Example Expressions

seize the day

Synonyms

grab, capture, snatch, take, confiscate

Antonyms

release, let go, free

Collocations

seize control, seize opportunity, seize power, seize assets

Related Vocabularies

to frighten someone or make them feel afraid
To strengthen a place, person, or thing physically or mentally.
to enter someone's land or property without permission
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