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US/siːz/
UK/siːz/
to take something suddenly and with force, or to take control of something by authority
In context
She seized his arm to stop him from stepping into the road.
Customs officers seized more than two tons of illegal goods at the port.
You should seize every chance to practice speaking English.
Words that go with seize
verb + noun
- seize the opportunityHe seized the opportunity to ask for a raise.
- seize controlThe army seized control of the capital.
- seize powerThey seized power in a sudden coup.
- seize the initiativeThe team seized the initiative early in the second half.
- seize the daySeize the day and start learning today.
verb + preposition
- seize someone by the armShe seized him by the arm and pulled him back.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
siezeCorrect: seize