gain possession
Example Sentences
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What the panel said: "The majority felt that Sarr was very likely to gain possession with the ability to create an obvious goalscoring opportunity."
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
Roldan attempted to gain possession, but with his cleat spikes up.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 24, 2024
Abdallah Sima capitalised on a positive start, producing a wonderful angled finish after appearing to push Jamie Brandon to initially gain possession.
From BBC • Sep. 27, 2023
In three-on-three play, they often struggled to gain possession and were unable to find a game-winner.
From Washington Post • Dec. 6, 2021
Clearly we must find him and gain possession of it as soon as possible.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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