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to seize
verbformalcommon/ɐ.pɾi.ˈẽ.deɾ/a·pre·en·der
Definition
1To take possession of something by legal authority, especially illicit or suspect goods.
Usage examples
“Customs officers seized the illegal shipment.”
“The court ordered the seizure of his assets.”
Common combinations
to seize goodsto seize drugsto seize assetssearch and seizure warrant