possession
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Corona del Mar took possession and ran off the one second to win.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
The first, and most impressive, came on the Lions’ first possession of the second half.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
Pedro Porro, known for his ability to create chances, took up a more central role in possession for Spain this summer as they won the World Cup.
From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026
The constable said he shouted "loudly" that it was police as he approached the car, while in possession of his warrant card and radio.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
Aunt Kitty felt certain that she was going to come back to Jenkintown with something important in her possession.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
Among novelist Mona Awad’s prized possessions is a handmade rabbit brooch with delicate hanging daggers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026
There were repeated questions about why he no longer had his possessions or the clothing and shoes he was wearing when he left home.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
Saddam Ali escaped from Al-Waziyah with his 11 children and a few possessions crammed into a small pick-up truck.
From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026
But either route can potentially result in the loss of their possessions and even their home if disaster strikes, the Consumer Federation of America said.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 9, 2026
In Newark, hundreds fled, carrying as many possessions as they could.
From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow
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