possession

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When authorities searched Michael Abatti’s properties, they took possession of more than three dozen firearms including more than two dozen rifles, as well as shotguns, pistols and revolvers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

While Jolyon is a central character in “The Forsytes,” Soames’ inner conflict is Galsworthy’s cynosure: He’s a man who prizes acquisition and possession to the extent that he cannot love.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

Heller, holding that D.C. could not ban the possession of handguns in the home.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Officials are understood to be in possession of some messages between Mandelson and McSweeney but the government has refused to confirm whether other messages may have been lost due to the theft.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“It would be impossible, if things should go wrong, for the Soviets to come in possession of the equipment intact,” CIA Director Allen Dulles had promised the president.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin