be possessed of
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The promises within them, if not entirely sacrosanct, are at least meant to be possessed of a greater sanctity than other more disposable political pledges.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2024
One would think that such a person would also be possessed of wisdom.
From Time Magazine Archive
It goes without saying that a chaplain should be possessed of personal integrity and exemplary habits, and should be a man of religious experience with pious instincts and a fervor for service.
From Time Magazine Archive
It was believed to be possessed of immense and malignant strength, including the self-confidence, prowess and resources for the conduct of all-out war.
From Time Magazine Archive
I looked at him again and felt envious that one person should be possessed of such genius and such beauty.
From The Making of a Saint by W. Somerset (William Somerset) Maugham
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