seizing (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈsiːzɪŋ/
Definition
Taking hold of something suddenly and forcibly; capturing or arresting someone.
Examples
The government is seizing assets from corrupt officials.
The guards were seizing the intruders before they could escape.
He was caught seizing the stolen goods.
How to Use seizing
- seize up (phrasal verb)
- To stop functioning or moving, often due to mechanical failure or stiffness. — "My knee started seizing up after the long run."
- seize on (prepositional phrase)
- To eagerly take hold of an idea, opportunity, or piece of information. — "The opposition party seized on the government's mistake to criticize them."
- seize control of (collocation)
- To gain control over something, often forcefully. — "The rebels attempted to seize control of the capital city."
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