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to seize
01
agarrar, coger
to suddenly and forcibly take hold of something
Transitive: to seize sth
02
incautar, apoderarse
to take something forcefully, typically through authority or power
Transitive: to seize a property or resources
03
confiscar, incautar
to confiscate or take possession of items under legal authority
Transitive: to seize possessions or assets
04
captar, atraer
to capture one's interest or attention in a compelling or captivating manner
Transitive: to seize interest or attention
05
apoderarse, conmover
(of an emotion or sensation) to impact someone intensely
Transitive: to seize sb
06
asegurar, atar
to secure two or more ropes or lines by using a smaller line to tie them together
Transitive: to seize two ropes or lines
Ditransitive: to seize a rope to another rope or a support
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Ejemplo
To protect the child, the parent had to seize their arm and pull them away from danger.
The eagle swooped down to seize a fish from the water with its talons.
The goalkeeper managed to seize the ball just before the opponent could score.
In a panic, she reached out to seize her falling phone before it hit the ground.
The customs officers seized a shipment of contraband at the border.
