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seizure

[see-zher] / ˈsi ʒər /




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But the commodity rebounded on Monday as Iran closed the waterway again, citing the blockade and seizure.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

China expressed concern about the seizure, stating it could hinder a peaceful settlement of the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

In 1971, the Supreme Court began to patch this hole in a case called Bivens, approving monetary damages against federal agents who violated the Fourth Amendment’s guarantee against unreasonable search and seizure.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

If she forgets to take her seizure medication, Ponce said, she can have several episodes a day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

He had one experience like this with the Orsini soldiers, when he attacked Bologna after the seizure of Faenza and saw them go reluctantly into that battle.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli




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