possession

Example Sentences

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He didn’t waste any time easing into the game, chasing down Donovan Mitchell for a block on the opening possession.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Similarly, young people on social media are drawn to tales of demon possession, even if they might not align with the politics of the people who are making this stuff up.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

He has also won possession back 259 times - the highest in the division - and has won the most ground duels, 195 of his 359.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The belt is in the state’s possession, and Reed has offered to pay for the cost of the test.

From Slate • Mar. 27, 2026

Washington insisted that “any property obviously belonging to the inhabitants of these States, in the possession of the garrison, shall be subject to be reclaimed.”

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis