possessed

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Coming out of Texas A&M, Garrett possessed a rare combination of strength and speed that made him a lethal pass rusher.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

One possibility was that the outer rocky planet had once possessed a thick atmosphere that was later blasted away by a collision with a massive asteroid, comet, or another large object.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

It would be good if Iran possessed no enriched uranium and no facilities for further enrichment.

From Slate • May 18, 2026

The plot by Do, officials said, was a violation of the Lacey Act, which bans trafficking in fish, wildlife or plants illegally taken, possessed, transported or sold.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

During the ceremony, he would be possessed by Goré’s spirit and would list the things it required to leave Nhamo’s family in peace.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer