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Rather than relying primarily on massive jaws, megaraptorans had relatively narrow skulls, powerful arms, and huge curved claws that helped them seize their prey.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026

Despite this, the opposing forces have managed to seize large portions of the country, particularly in the north and west.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

Zoe nearly destroys Rushville to save herself, while John almost violates his principles to seize the ring from Hal, per the Guardians’ orders, and take out Zoe.

From Salon ● Oct. 5, 2026

Howard said Monday that he’s recommending clients use a bond “ladder” strategy to seize the opportunity by buying individual bonds, mutual funds or exchange-traded funds, with a range of short to intermediate maturities.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 5, 2026

So the only remaining choice was to seize a home already dug.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

A chip nobody else would want secures nothing, because a lender who seizes it has nothing to sell.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026

Better, Cretton seizes small moments to put his stamp on this installment.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

Asked about his medical condition, the report said, "Woods advised he's had seven back surgeries and over 20 operations on his leg... Woods advised he has a limp and his ankle seizes while walking."

From Barron's ● Mar. 31, 2026

Still, Europe has a long way to move in the right direction, if it seizes the current day, Oneglia says.

From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026

I’m in the dirt, again, shoulder against the tree, the shock of air so cold it seizes my bones.

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely

Federal agents seized her phone and passport and searched her residence as part of an investigation into allegations dating back to her childhood.

From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026

The Kuril Islands -- called the "Northern Territories" in Japan -- have been under Russia's control since the end of World War II, when they were seized by the Soviet Union.

From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026

The other three also come from the AFC-M23 alliance which last year seized much of mineral-rich eastern DR Congo.

From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026

Chinese brands pivoted to selling those models and have since seized a disproportionate market share of a vehicle type that has emerged as a sweet spot for consumers looking for fuel economy without compromises.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026

But as soon as the Hunley arrived in Charleston Harbor, Southern military officials seized it and turned it over to the Confederate army.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler

But as tensions rose in recent months, the Houthis launched a new offensive in September, claiming new territory and seizing a strategic island in the Red Sea.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 6, 2026

This has meant that civil servants are longer being paid and other services have been seizing up, worsening economic conditions.

From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026

Authorities said they searched a home and two commercial properties in Claremont and Upland, seizing hundreds of cats, including some that were malnourished.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026

Oil prices remained above the $100 threshold on Monday — and strategists recommend seizing the opportunity to buy stocks.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026

The father gave an infuriated roar and grabbed the paper from his son, seizing it with such force that he fell backward into the lake, shattering the reflection of the moon.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin