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possession

[puh-zesh-uhn] / pəˈzɛʃ ən /




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Rogers has been the player in possession, Tuchel keeping faith with the 23-year-old as Bellingham endured a mixed season at the Santiago Bernabeu, interrupted by shoulder and hamstring injuries.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

While some more skeptically minded clergy do not enjoy discussing demonic possession, each diocese is supposed to have a designated exorcist.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Amen’s conviction shifted, however, after he discovered a disturbing magazine that apparently belonged to Jackson in Cascio’s possession.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

One of his two current cars, a 1965 Lotus Elan, is a prized possession.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

So Felix pushed the ball up the court full-speed on every possession.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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