seize
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Rather than relying primarily on massive jaws, megaraptorans had relatively narrow skulls, powerful arms, and huge curved claws that helped them seize their prey.
From Science Daily β Oct. 14, 2026
"The mode is very much, this is the moment, let's seize it," she says.
From BBC β Oct. 13, 2026
That’s why we’re cautiously hopeful that after the midterms, Congress will seize the opportunity to make prior authorization and broader insurance marketplace reforms a priority.
From Salon β Oct. 8, 2026
Howard said Monday that he’s recommending clients use a bond “ladder” strategy to seize the opportunity by buying individual bonds, mutual funds or exchange-traded funds, with a range of short to intermediate maturities.
From MarketWatch β Oct. 5, 2026
“Deal!” the imp said, jumping forward to seize May’s hand, which it pumped furiously up and down.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
A new closed-end fund carrying Dan Ives’ name seizes on the analyst’s reputation as one of Wall Street’s most visible tech and AI optimists.
From Barron's β Oct. 5, 2026
The team has hypothesized various scenarios where things could spiral out of control, including one where an AI system deceives its creators and then abruptly seizes power.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 27, 2026
She seizes her small opportunities to impress in the film’s second half.
From Los Angeles Times β Jun. 24, 2026
His first test is whether he can seize the initiative — before the bond market seizes it for him.
From MarketWatch β May 22, 2026
The side of my knee barely brushes the cushion, and it seizes again.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
Federal agents seized her phone and passport and searched her residence as part of an investigation into allegations dating back to her childhood.
From Salon β Oct. 17, 2026
Chinese firms are the biggest source of seized goods bound for the militant group.
From The Wall Street Journal β Oct. 16, 2026
The Kuril Islands -- called the "Northern Territories" in Japan -- have been under Russia's control since the end of World War II, when they were seized by the Soviet Union.
From Barron's β Oct. 14, 2026
Along with the robot, police seized two mobile phones belonging to the suspects.
From BBC β Oct. 13, 2026
I seized his wrist before he could bolt.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
"Each time it was a horror show of struggling, of moving, of seizing," Dr Zivot said.
From BBC β Oct. 12, 2026
The shipments have taken on new importance after the Houthis began an offensive campaign, seizing territory along the Red Sea coast.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 23, 2026
You hoped to see a group that’s learned something about seizing a moment?
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 14, 2026
Oil prices remained above the $100 threshold on Monday — and strategists recommend seizing the opportunity to buy stocks.
From MarketWatch β Sep. 14, 2026
I feel it in my body, a seizing happening inside.
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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