Other Words for Seize

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Seize as a Noun has these synonyms:

catch, transfix, stop, hold, possess, take possession of, afflict, beset, visit, subject
Example: I was seized by a sudden desire to kiss those quivering, pouting lips.

Seize as a Verb has these synonyms:

capture, catch, arrest, take into custody, take prisoner, apprehend, round up, pinch, nab, collar, pick up, nick, bust
Example: The police seized him as he was trying to leave the country.

confiscate, take (away), commandeer, appropriate, capture, take possession of, impound
Example: Ten tons of cannabis was seized in the raid.

grab, grasp, clutch, take (hold of), grip, snatch
Example: Robin felt that he had to seize every opportunity that presented itself. The dog seized the robber by the seat of the pants.

seize up, bind, jam, stop, lock (up), stick, freeze (up)
Example: Because of the excessive heat, the gears seized and the engine stalled.

take advantage of, make good use of
Example: When their attention was diverted, I seized the opportunity to escape.

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