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seize

🇬🇧 UK/si:z/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

v.

To grab or take hold of suddenly and firmly; to take possession of by force; to take advantage of an opportunity.

抓住，夺取；没收，扣押；把握（机会）

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
seizeother
=seize

Common Collocations

  • 1.seize the opportunity抓住机会
  • 2.seize control夺取控制权
  • 3.seize power夺权
  • 4.seize upon抓住（某点）大做文章

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The police moved quickly to seize the stolen goods from the warehouse.

  • 2.

    You must seize every opportunity to practice speaking English.

  • 3.

    The rebel forces attempted to seize control of the capital overnight.

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